Death/Mortality

This expression reflects a philosophical view on the cycle of life and death. It is used to remind others that death is an inevitable outcome of birth and that one should not be overly attached to worldly life or fear the end, as it is a natural law of existence.

This expression is used when a significant problem is resolved, even if the solution involves a loss or a drastic measure. It implies a sense of relief from a persistent nuisance, suggesting that the end of the trouble is worth the price paid, often used in a cynical or cold-hearted context regarding the removal of a burden.

This proverb highlights that suspicion or doubt can be as agonizing and dangerous as a fatal illness. It is used to describe situations where a person's constant distrust or lack of faith in someone or something leads to extreme mental agony, ruins relationships, or creates unnecessary complications that feel like a matter of life and death.

This proverb means that the true character and goodness of a person are fully recognized and validated by the world only after their death. It is often used to suggest that while people may overlook or criticize someone during their lifetime, their virtues are finally honored when they are gone.

This expression highlights the permanence of one's reputation and legacy. While human life is transient and people eventually pass away, the words they spoke, the promises they made, or the impact of their speech endure long after they are gone. It is often used to remind someone to speak wisely or to honor the memory/words of the deceased.

This proverb is used to convey that certain actions are irreversible. Just as life cannot return once it has left the body—regardless of whether the death was accidental or intentional—certain mistakes cannot be undone, and lost opportunities or broken trust cannot be restored simply by wishing for them.

This proverb highlights the belief in destiny and the limits of medical science. It suggests that when a person's time is up according to fate (Ayushu), no amount of medicine or treatment can save them. It is often used to provide comfort during bereavement or to explain why treatments fail despite the best medical efforts.

This proverb highlights the physical and social hardships of old age. It suggests that while many things in life can be unpleasant, the infirmity, dependency, and loss of dignity often associated with extreme old age are the most difficult to endure.

This expression is used to describe a sudden, drastic, or uncharacteristic change in a person's behavior, especially when someone who was previously difficult or stubborn suddenly becomes kind or compliant. It implies that such a significant shift in personality is often an omen of an approaching end or a major life transition.

This expression is used to describe a situation where trust is shattered or deep emotional hurt is caused. Just as a crushed object cannot be restored to its original state, once a person's heart or spirit is broken by betrayal or severe disappointment, the relationship or their mental peace can never truly be the same again.

This proverb is used to highlight an undeniable truth or an inevitable outcome. While theories, predictions, or traditional rules (Shastras) might sometimes fail or be debated, certain physical realities like death are absolute. It is often used to remind someone to focus on practical, undeniable facts rather than getting lost in theoretical arguments.

This expression refers to the immense hardships, health issues, and dependencies that often plague a person during their old age. It is used to describe a situation where one faces constant, overwhelming difficulties during the final stages of life.

This proverb suggests that in the dark, or after death, all distinctions of class, beauty, and status disappear. It is used to express that everyone is equal in the end or when appearances are no longer visible.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone's efforts, hopes, or very existence are being destroyed or treated with utter disregard. It signifies deep emotional pain or a sense of total loss caused by someone's actions, akin to throwing something precious into a fire.

This expression is used to describe an irreversible situation or a total loss. Just as a body taken to the pyre will inevitably be burnt and cannot return, it signifies that once something is gone or a certain point of no return is reached, there is no hope of recovery or reversal.

This proverb reflects on the ultimate simplicity and transience of life. It emphasizes that despite one's wealth, achievements, or surplus, the basic necessity remains food, and the final destination for everyone is death. It is used to counsel humility and to remind people not to be overly greedy or proud of their possessions.

This proverb is used to describe the physical deterioration that comes with extreme old age. It suggests that once youth and middle age are gone, the body shows three signs: white hair, white cataracts in the eyes, and pale or colorless skin/teeth. It is used to comment on the inevitable physical changes in the final stages of life.

This expression suggests that shared suffering or a collective misfortune is easier to endure than individual hardship. It implies that when a problem affects everyone equally, the shared experience provides a sense of comfort or normalization, making even the worst situation (like death) feel as bearable or significant as a celebration (like a wedding).

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a remedy or a respectful gesture is applied too late or is irrelevant to the gravity of the problem. It implies that certain outcomes are inevitable and flattering words or desperate last-minute changes cannot reverse a terminal situation or a deep-seated failure.

This expression is used to describe a state of extreme distress, agony, or a critical situation where one is barely holding onto life or survival. It can refer to physical illness nearing death or metaphorical situations of intense pressure and anxiety.