அறிவற்றவன் அரிய புத்திமதியையும் ஏற்றுக் கொள்ளான்; அதனால் அவன் தனக்குத் தானே பெரும் துன்பத்தைச் செய்து கொள்வான்.

நல்வழிக்கான அறிவுரைகளைப் போற்றி அவ்வழி நடக்காத அறிவிலிகள், தமக்குத் தாமே பெருந்துன்பத்தைத் தேடிக் கொள்வார்கள்

அரிய மறைபொருளை மனத்தில் வைத்துக் காக்காமல் சேர்த்தும் வெளிபடுத்தும் அறிவில்லாதவன் தனக்குத் தானே பெருந்தீங்கு செய்து கொள்வான்.

The fool who neglects precious counsel does, of his own accord, a great injury to himself

This Thiru Kural verse emphasizes the importance of wisdom and the consequences of ignoring wise counsel. The verse suggests that someone who disregards valuable advice and wisdom is essentially doing harm to themselves. The 'great injury' mentioned in the verse refers to the potential mistakes, missteps, and the resulting suffering that one might experience as a result of ignoring wisdom. The 'precious counsel' here alludes to the teachings of the wise, moral principles, ethical guidelines, or even practical advice that can guide one's actions and decisions in life. It emphasizes the importance of learning, understanding, and following these principles to lead a successful and fulfilling life. The verse highlights the fact that wisdom and knowledge are not just intellectual exercises, but they have a direct impact on our lives. It underscores the consequences of ignorance and the importance of self-awareness, suggesting that one's actions and decisions, if made without proper understanding or consideration, can lead to self-inflicted suffering. In a broader sense, the verse also underscores the importance of education and learning, suggesting that ignorance is not bliss, but a source of potential harm. It encourages individuals to seek knowledge, learn from others, and use that knowledge to make informed decisions in life.