அந்தணர் என்போர் அறவோர்மற் றெவ்வுயிர்க்கும்
செந்தண்மை பூண்டொழுக லான்.
Towards all that breathe, with seemly graciousness adorned they live;And thus to virtue's sons the name of 'Anthanar' men give
The virtuous are truly called Anthanar; because in their conduct towards all creatures they are clothed in kindness