தனக்கு இணையில்லாத கடவுளின் திருவடிகளைச் சேர்ந்தவர்க்கே அன்றி, மற்றவர்களுக்கு மனக்கவலையைப் போக்குவது கடினம்

ஒப்பாரும் மிக்காருமில்லாதவனுடைய அடியொற்றி நடப்பவர்களைத் தவிர, மற்றவர்களின் மனக்கவலை தீர வழியேதுமில்லை

தனக்கு ஒப்புமை இல்லாத தலைவனுடைய திருவடிகளைப் பொருந்தி நினைக்கின்றவர் அல்லாமல், மற்றவர்க்கு மனக்கவலையை மாற்ற முடியாது

Anxiety of mind cannot be removed, except from those who are united to the feet of Him who is incomparable

This verse speaks to the profound peace and tranquility that comes from deep spiritual devotion. The 'Him who is incomparable' referred to in this verse is a representation of the divine or god, a power that is beyond comparison or equal. The 'feet' symbolize surrender or submission, a well-known concept in spiritual practices, where one submits their ego and worldly concerns to the divine. Thiruvalluvar, the author, states that the anxieties of the mind, which could include worries, fears, doubts, and other negative emotions, can only be truly resolved or removed by those who surrender themselves to the divine. This surrender is not about passivity or resignation, but about active trust and faith. It's about letting go of the need to control and instead placing trust in the divine order of things. This verse thus emphasizes the importance of spirituality and the belief in a higher power in overcoming mental distress. It suggests that human efforts alone might be insufficient to completely eradicate mental agony. Instead, it is through the combination of one's efforts with spiritual faith and surrender to the divine power, that one can achieve true peace of mind. It should be noted that interpretations could vary based on one's personal beliefs and philosophies. Some might interpret the 'Him who is incomparable' as their personal deity, a spiritual guru, or even a set of philosophical principles that guide their life. The central idea, however, remains the same - that ultimate peace comes from surrender to something greater than ourselves.