முன்பு உண்டது சீரணமாகிவிட்டது தெரிந்தால், அடுத்து உண்பதைத் தேவையான அளவு அறிந்து உண்க; அப்படி அளவாக உண்பதே இந்த உடம்பைப் பெற்றவன் அதை நெடுங்காலம் கொண்டு செல்லும் வழி.

உண்ட உணவு செரித்ததையும், உண்ணும் உணவின் அளவையும் அறிந்து உண்பது நீண்ட நாள் வாழ்வதற்கு வழியாகும்

முன் உண்ட உணவு செரித்துவிட்டால், பின் வேண்டிய அளவு அறிந்து உண்ணவேண்டும், அதுவே உடம்பு பெற்றவன் அதை நெடுங்காலம் செலுத்தும் வழியாகும்.

If (one's food has been) digested let one eat with moderation; (for) that is the way to prolong the life of an embodied soul

Kural 943 is a verse about the importance of moderation in eating for a healthy and prolonged life. It underlines the concept that one should consume food only after the previous meal has been properly digested. The verse further advises that the amount of food consumed should be in line with one's individual needs and physical condition. This Kural is essentially about the practice of mindful eating. It emphasizes the understanding of one's body and its needs. Overeating or eating without proper intervals can disrupt the digestive system and lead to various health problems. Conversely, eating in moderation, keeping in mind the body's capacity for digestion, can contribute to a healthy and long life. The verse is deeply rooted in the philosophy of sustainable living and wellness, advocating a lifestyle that is in harmony with nature and our body's natural processes. The 'embodied soul' in the verse refers to the human being, who has a physical body and a spiritual essence (soul). Hence, the verse suggests that taking care of our physical health is also a way of nurturing our spiritual being. In conclusion, this Kural encourages a balanced approach to consumption of food, urging us to eat mindfully, respecting our body's capacity and needs, thereby leading a long and healthy life.