அருளோடுகூடப் பொருள்தேடும் அறிவினை உடையவர், வெறும் பொருளையே தேடும் பாலியல் தொழிலாளரின் அற்ப உடம்பைத் தீண்டமாட்டார்.

அருளை விரும்பி ஆராய்ந்திடும் அறிவுடையவர்கள் பொருளை மட்டுமே விரும்பும் விலைமகளிரின் இன்பத்தை இழிவானதாகக் கருதுவார்கள்

பொருள் ஒன்றையே பொருளாகக் கொண்ட பொது மகளிரின் புன்மையான இன்பத்தை, அருளாகிய சிறந்த பொருளை ஆராயும் அறிவுடையோர் பொருந்த மாட்டார்.

The wise who seek the wealth of grace will not desire the base favours of those who regard wealth (and not pleasure) as (their) riches

Kural 914 delves into the realm of morals and values, emphasizing the importance of virtue over materialistic gains. The verse suggests that those who are truly wise will seek the wealth of grace, or spiritual richness, rather than the superficial favours of those who value material wealth above all else. The "wealth of grace" can be interpreted as kindness, compassion, wisdom, and other virtues that enrich the soul and contribute to a more fulfilling life. On the other hand, "base favours of those who regard wealth as riches" refers to the shallow pleasures or gains derived from those who are solely focused on accumulating material wealth, often at the expense of moral values. The verse is a critique of materialism and a call for spiritual and moral enrichment. It suggests that material possessions or wealth cannot bring true satisfaction or happiness, as they are transient and can lead to moral degradation. It encourages individuals to focus on attaining spiritual wealth, which is eternal and truly fulfilling. In essence, Kural 914 emphasizes the importance of spiritual wealth over material wealth. It speaks to the need to prioritize moral and spiritual growth, which leads to true fulfillment, over the pursuit of transient and potentially corrupting material wealth.