A fort is an object of importance to those who march (against their foes) as well as to those whothrough fear (of pursuers) would seek it for shelter.
Thirukkural 741 belongs to the wealth (பொருட்பால்) section, chapter Other (அரண்). Written by the ancient Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar (திருவள்ளுவர்), it teaches timeless wisdom about wealth.