అగ్నికి వాయువు తోడైనట్లు

This is a traditional patriarchal expression reflecting the historical social and financial anxieties associated with raising a daughter in some rural contexts. It suggests that the perceived burden of responsibilities, such as protecting her honor and arranging a dowry for marriage, takes a significant toll on a father's life and health. In modern contexts, it is often cited when discussing outdated social stigmas.

This expression is used to describe a situation where multiple negative forces or troublesome people collaborate, making an already bad situation significantly worse. In Hindu astrology, Rahu, Ketu, and Shani are considered malefic planets; their combination implies a peak of misfortune or extreme hurdles.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where an existing problem is aggravated by an additional, new misfortune. It refers to someone already suffering from a physical deformity (a hunchback) being forced to deal with a strong wind that pushes them, making it even harder to maintain balance or walk. It is similar to the English expression 'adding insult to injury' or 'misfortunes never come singly.'

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 is an old, traditional saying reflecting the societal burden and financial anxiety parents used to feel regarding the responsibilities of raising a daughter, particularly concerning dowry and marriage expenses. In modern contexts, it is often cited to discuss or critique historical patriarchal attitudes.

This expression is used to lament the perceived unfairness of life, where wicked or immoral people seem to live long and prosper, while those who do good deeds often pass away early or face hardships. It is typically said when a good person dies young or when an evil person continues to thrive despite their actions.

This proverb describes a situation where a person who is already facing one significant problem or disability is burdened with an additional, even more severe misfortune. It is used to express that troubles often come in pairs or that an already difficult situation has been made worse by a new calamity.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person is so unlucky, ill-omened, or troublesome that their mere absence is considered a great favor. It refers to a person whose presence is believed to bring bad luck or obstacles, so the best contribution they can make to an event is simply staying away.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of human cooperation and mutual dependency. Just as a tree cannot stand or thrive without its roots, a human being requires the support, companionship, and assistance of fellow humans to succeed and survive in life.

This expression is used to describe a situation where a person's attempt to cause harm or act aggressively backfires, causing them more pain or injury than intended for others. It signifies that one's own impulsive or hostile actions can lead to self-inflicted consequences when they encounter a solid, immovable obstacle.