நாம் பல வகையில் உதவி செய்தாலும் நமக்குப் பாதுகாப்பாக இராத அற்பர்களின் நட்பு, இருப்பதிலும் இல்லாதிருப்பதே நல்லது.

கீழ்மக்களின் நட்பு, பாதுகாப்பாக அமையாத தீயதன்மை கொண்டது என்பதனால், அவர்களுடன் நட்பு ஏற்படுவதைவிட, ஏற்படாமல் இருப்பதே நலம்

காவல் செய்து வைத்தாலும் காவல் ஆகாத கீழ்மக்களின் தீய நட்பு, ஒருவனுக்கு ஏற்படுவதை விட ஏற்படாமலிருப்பதே நன்மையாகும்.

It is far better to avoid that to contract the evil friendship of the base who cannot protect (their friends) even when appointed to do so

The verse 815 of Thiru Kural emphasizes the importance of discernment in choosing one's companions and avoiding those who are incapable of reciprocating loyalty or protection, even when trusted to do so. Thiruvalluvar, the poet, cautions us of forming associations with individuals who are morally inferior or unreliable. He suggests that such people, regardless of their appointed roles or promises, will fail to protect or support their friends when it matters most. This failure to reciprocate loyalty or safeguard a friend's interests is seen as a sign of baseness or moral weakness. The verse promotes the wisdom of refraining from entering into a relationship with such individuals. It tells us that it is far better to avoid such toxic companionship than to engage in it only to be disappointed later. The moral implication of this verse is the importance of discretion in relationships. It encourages us to be mindful of who we let into our lives, reminding us that not all who offer friendship do so with genuine intentions or the capability to honor that bond. It urges us to value quality over quantity in our relationships, to seek companions who are not only dependable but also morally sound. This is a timeless piece of advice that resonates across cultures and epochs, for the company we keep can significantly influence our character, actions, and overall life trajectory.