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This expression is used to describe a situation where someone tries to do a good deed or help others, but instead of receiving gratitude or success, they end up getting into trouble or facing negative consequences themselves.

This expression means that the character, behavior, and values of a leader directly influence the conduct and morality of the people they lead. It is used to suggest that the subjects of a kingdom or the members of an organization will mirror the qualities of their head.

This expression is used to describe a person who appears very soft-spoken, gentle, and virtuous on the outside (like Yudhisthira/Dharmasuta) but is actually dangerous, cunning, or ruthless like a tiger on the inside. It refers to a wolf in sheep's clothing.

This expression is used to describe money or resources that were acquired easily (without effort) and were subsequently lost or spent just as easily. It conveys the idea of 'Easy come, easy go'—implying that one doesn't feel much regret over losing something they didn't work hard to earn.

This is a sarcastic or ironic proverb used to describe people who commit a blunder or cause harm due to their own arrogance or stubbornness, and then try to frame it as a righteous act or a mere accident. It highlights the absurdity of offering a 'virtuous' excuse for a clearly disrespectful or harmful action.

This proverb is used to mock people who show excessive, unnecessary, or extravagant care over something they have newly acquired or achieved after a long time. It highlights over-enthusiasm or over-pampering that borders on the ridiculous.

This proverb suggests that natural blessings and prosperity occur where people are generous and virtuous. It is used to highlight the belief that the well-being of a society is a direct result of the collective goodness and charitable nature of its people.

This proverb implies that there is no point in seeking help or charity from a miserly person. One should approach a person with a generous heart (Tyagi) if they expect to receive help or perform a righteous deed. It emphasizes seeking out the right person for the right cause.

This expression is used when someone tries to help others or do something virtuous, but ends up facing unexpected trouble or negative consequences as a result of their kindness. It is similar to the English saying, 'No good deed goes unpunished.'

This proverb means that one's righteous deeds and moral conduct will act as a shield and save them from danger or misfortune in critical times. It is used to encourage ethical behavior, suggesting that being good eventually leads to being protected by one's own karma.