అందాల పురుషుడికి రాగి మీసాలు

This expression suggests that a child's success, character, and strength are often built upon the foundation, hard work, and virtues of the father. It is used to imply that the prosperity of the next generation is a direct reflection of the predecessor's efforts.

This proverb emphasizes that despite having the support and love of her birth family (parents and siblings), a married woman's primary source of security, status, and companionship in traditional society is her husband. It is used to highlight the unique and essential role a spouse plays in a woman's life.

This expression suggests that a person who has absolutely nothing to lose is free from the anxieties and worries that come with protecting wealth or status. It is used to describe a state where poverty, while a hardship, brings a certain level of mental peace because there is no fear of loss or theft.

This proverb reflects traditional beliefs that a man's prosperity and success are determined by his current planetary period (Dasha/Fate), while the blessing of having good children is a result of the merits earned through charity and good deeds (Daana). It implies that different aspects of life are governed by different karmic outcomes.

This expression is often used to highlight that even the most powerful or disciplined individuals (like Lord Shiva) have weaknesses or can be influenced by certain forces. In a broader context, it implies that certain outcomes are inevitable or that no one is entirely immune to nature or destiny.

This proverb suggests that a person's fortune and success in life are determined by their destiny or planetary positions (Dashas), while the blessing of having good children is seen as a result of the virtuous deeds and charity (Danam) performed in the past.

This expression is used to describe someone who has too many responsibilities, dependents, or diverse tasks to manage simultaneously. It often highlights the chaos, constant demands, or the difficulty in satisfying everyone when one is in a position of authority or at the center of multiple commitments.

This proverb highlights a state of helplessness and loss of productivity. An ox with a leg injury is useless for farming, and similarly, in a traditional context, a widower is depicted as being lost or unable to manage his household and life effectively without his partner.

This proverb is a sarcastic way of describing a situation where there is no good choice available. It implies that even the 'best' option among the lot is flawed or mediocre, while the 'worst' option is completely devoid of any merit. It is used to mock someone's pretense of quality when even their best attributes are subpar.

This expression is a famous line from Yogi Vemana's poems. It signifies that while all humans may look alike on the outside, virtuous or noble people stand apart due to their character and actions, just as a swan is distinguished from a crow or a gemstone from common pebbles.