అగ్నిహోత్రంలో ఆజ్యం పోసినట్లు

This expression is used to describe an action that worsens an already volatile or difficult situation. Just as pouring ghee (clarified butter) makes a fire flare up more intensely, this phrase refers to someone adding 'fuel to the fire' by making a person's anger or a conflict much worse.

This expression is used to describe a situation where a person is surrounded by severe hardships, intense pressure, or inescapable difficulties from all sides. It originates from the 'Panchagni Vidya' or 'Panchagni Deeksha', an ancient penance where a person sits amidst four fires with the sun acting as the fifth above, signifying extreme endurance and being tested by fire.

This expression is used to describe an action that is intended to destroy something completely from its foundation or to harm someone under the guise of helping. Just as pouring hot water on a dug-up root ensures the plant will never grow back, this refers to absolute destruction or irreversible damage.

This proverb describes a situation where someone goes out to perform a simple, quick task but ends up staying away for a long time and getting involved in unnecessary or unintended complications. It is used to critique procrastination or when a small errand turns into a long-term distraction.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone helps or shows kindness to a wicked or ungrateful person, who in turn ends up harming the benefactor. It highlights the futility and danger of nurturing someone with an inherently malicious nature.

Showing kindness to an ungrateful person.

This expression is used to describe a perfect, tight, or snug fit. In olden days, a 'Kuncham' was a grain measure; when filled precisely with grain or seeds, there is no extra space left. It is often used to describe someone with very even, closely set teeth or a crowd that is packed tightly together.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone puts in a lot of effort or goes through a process, but the final result is completely ruined or made useless by a foolish mistake or poor quality ingredients. It signifies wasted effort resulting in something unpalatable or unsuccessful.

This expression is used to describe an extremely noisy, chaotic, or restless situation. Just as putting metal spindles into a measuring vessel causes them to rattle and create constant noise/movement, it refers to people or things that cannot stay still or quiet.

This proverb is used to describe a person who lacks the skill or knowledge to perform a task but still attempts it, only to end up ruining it completely. It highlights incompetence or a lack of basic common sense in a specific situation.

This expression is used to signify that power, success, or the fruits of a kingdom belong to those who are courageous and bold enough to win or defend them. It emphasizes that fortune favors the brave and that one must possess strength and valor to attain high positions.