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This proverb suggests that if one abandons the root cause of an attachment, desire, or investment, the associated anxieties and troubles disappear. It is often used to describe a situation where letting go of the primary asset or ego brings immediate peace of mind.

This proverb conveys that every living being values their own life above all else. It is used to explain that self-preservation is a natural instinct and that no one wants to suffer or die, regardless of their status or situation.

* Chacun porte sa croix.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb. It means that if it rains during the 'Arudra Karti' (a specific solar mansion period in June), it is so auspicious for farming that the harvest will be plentiful across vast distances (amadas). It highlights the critical importance of timely monsoon rains for a successful agricultural cycle.

This is a popular Telugu proverb emphasizing the power and life-giving nature of the first monsoon rains (Arudra Karti). It is not meant to be taken literally, but rather to highlight the immense strength, energy, and fertility the season brings to the earth and living beings. It signifies that even the most delicate can gain immense strength during this auspicious period.

This is a traditional astrological saying or superstition used in Telugu culture regarding agriculture and new ventures. It suggests that tasks initiated during the specific initial phase of the Arudra star (nakshatra) are destined for failure or will face significant hurdles. It is used to caution people to choose an auspicious time (muhurtham) before starting important work.

This proverb highlights the agricultural importance of rains occurring during the Arudra Karti (mid-June). It signifies that rain during this specific period is perfectly timed for sowing crops and ensures a bountiful harvest, making it the most critical rainfall for farmers.

This is a sarcastic expression used to describe someone who is lazy, useless, or good-for-nothing. The numbers 25 and 26 don't hold a mathematical value here but colloquially represent a person who lacks purpose or effectiveness.

Arudra is one of the 27 lunar mansions (nakshatras). This proverb is an agricultural observation meaning that if it rains during the period when the sun enters the Arudra nakshatra (usually in mid-June), it ensures a good harvest for the year, thereby eliminating poverty for the farmers.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the monsoon. It suggests that if the Arudra Karti (a specific solar mansion/period) brings good rainfall, it sets a positive precedent for consistent rains throughout the following six agricultural periods, ensuring a successful harvest.

This is a popular agricultural proverb among Telugu farmers. Arudra is an auspicious star (nakshatra) that signals the onset of the monsoon. The saying implies that if it rains well during this period, the crops will be bountiful, ensuring prosperity and the eradication of poverty for the year.