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This expression emphasizes the value of self-reliance and the satisfaction derived from one's own honest labor. It suggests that a small amount earned or produced through one's own effort is more gratifying and honorable than a large amount obtained through other means or dependency.

This proverb highlights that for a person who is hardworking, determined, and enterprising, there are no geographical boundaries or limitations. It is used to encourage ambition, suggesting that one can achieve success anywhere in the world through effort and persistence.

This proverb highlights that quality and luck are more important than quantity. If a place, business, or venture is lucky (auspicious) for someone, even a very small amount of it will bring great prosperity, whereas a vast amount of unlucky resources might lead to failure. It is used to emphasize that one should value favorable outcomes and good fortune over mere size or scale.

A sarcastic expression used to describe something that is actually the opposite of what is being said. Since neem is incredibly bitter and summer is scorching hot, this phrase highlights a situation that is extremely unpleasant, harsh, or difficult, while using ironic comparisons.

This proverb describes a situation where a person makes a mistake or fails due to their own negligence but tries to shift the blame onto external factors, bad luck, or the environment. It is used to mock someone who refuses to take responsibility for their own errors.

This expression originates from Vemana's poetry. it suggests that the ultimate goal of spiritual practice is self-realization. Once a person understands that their true self is the soul (Atma) and not the physical body, formal rituals or rigorous penance (Tapas) become unnecessary, as they have already attained the highest wisdom.

This expression is used to describe the act of exaggerating a small issue or a minor event into something much larger than it actually is. It is equivalent to the English idiom 'making a mountain out of a molehill'.

This proverb emphasizes that success and prosperity depend on the right preparation and environment. Just as fertile, moist soil is necessary for a diverse and bountiful harvest, a person's life or a project will yield great results only if the foundation is well-prepared and the conditions are favorable.

This expression suggests that while appearances or specific circumstances might change, the fundamental nature, history, or inherent qualities of a situation remain the same. It is used to point out that basic truths or deep-rooted behaviors do not change simply because of a change in scenery or time.

This proverb highlights a traditional perspective on dependency and intimate care. It suggests that there are certain personal needs or household responsibilities so private or demanding that only the closest women in a man's life—his wife or his mother—would be willing or expected to perform them. It is often used to emphasize the importance of family bonds and the unique roles played by a mother and a spouse.