அன்பு இல்லாதவர் எல்லாவற்றாலும் தமக்கே உரிமை உடையவராய் இருப்பர். அன்புள்ளவரோ பொருளால் மட்டும் அன்று; உடம்பாலும் பிறர்க்கு உரியவராய் இருப்பர்

அன்பு இல்லாதவர், எல்லாம் தமக்கே என உரிமை கொண்டாடுவர்; அன்பு உடையவரோ தம் உடல், பொருள், ஆவி ஆகிய அனைத்தும் பிறருக்கென எண்ணிடுவர்

அன்பு இல்லாதவர் எல்லாப்பொருள்களையும் தமக்கே உரிமையாகக் கொண்டு வாழ்வார்: அன்பு உடையவர் தம் உடமையும் பிறர்க்கு உரிமையாக்கி வாழ்வர்

Those who are destitute of love appropriate all they have to themselves; but those who possess love consider even their bones to belong to others

Kural 72 presents a profound perspective on the concept of love and how it shapes one's attitude towards self and others. It suggests that those who lack love, or the ability to care for others, tend to view everything they possess - be it material wealth, skills, or even their own bodies - as solely theirs. They cannot perceive beyond their individual needs and wants, and hence are incapable of sharing or giving. On the contrary, those who possess love in their hearts, view everything they have as something that could be used for the benefit of others. Such individuals are not confined by the notion of ownership. Instead, they are willing to share their resources, their skills, and even go to the extent of sacrificing their own physical comfort for others. This verse emphasizes the transformative power of love, which makes one selfless and compassionate. It encourages us to cultivate love in our hearts, to view our possessions not as personal property, but as resources that can be used for the common good. In essence, it suggests that true love is about giving, sharing, and caring for others. The cultural context of this verse stems from the ancient Tamil society, where the virtue of love and sharing was held in high esteem. But its moral interpretation is universal and timeless, promoting a selfless and generous attitude towards others.