ఆరుకార్తెలకు పోతు ఆరుద్ర కార్తె.

This expression is used to describe people who are aimlessly wandering, behaving restlessly, or arguing loudly and incessantly with others. It refers to the behavior of stray dogs during their breeding season (Chitta Karte), characterized by chaos and noise.

This expression is used to describe someone who is wandering aimlessly, behaving restlessly, or is extremely agitated. In Telugu culture, it is observed that dogs often become very active, loud, or roam excessively during the specific lunar mansion period known as Chitta Karthe, which usually coincides with the breeding season.

This traditional Telugu proverb emphasizes the dependency of agriculture on the 'Kartelu' (astrological seasonal periods that dictate rainfall). It means that if the rains do not arrive during their designated seasonal periods, it leads to crop failure and eventually famine. It is used to highlight the importance of timely natural cycles for survival.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb. It means that if there is good rainfall during the Mrigashira Karthi (usually in June), it sets a positive cycle for the following two monsoon periods (Karthies), ensuring abundant water for crops and a prosperous harvest.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the monsoon cycle. It suggests that if heavy rains occur during the Ashwini Karti (the first period of the lunar calendar), it negatively impacts the rainfall in the following six periods, leading to a dry spell that can be detrimental to 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 an agricultural proverb (Sameta). It suggests that if there is lightning during the Moola Nakshatra (star phase), it indicates favorable weather conditions and a bountiful harvest for the following Kartika season, strengthening the prospects for farmers.

This proverb highlights two certainties: agricultural success and the merit of charity. It suggests that seeds sown during the Arudra season (mid-June) are guaranteed to yield crops due to favorable rains, and similarly, a household that practices hospitality and feeds the needy will never face ruin or scarcity.

This expression highlights the balance between destiny and free will. While 'Vratha' (destiny) is believed to be pre-determined by the creator (Aju/Brahma), the actual 'Chetha' (action or execution) depends on an individual's courage, effort, and character. It is used to encourage personal responsibility and hard work, suggesting that even if fate is written, one must still act to bring things to fruition.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the monsoon cycle. 'Moola' is one of the lunar mansions (Karthulu). It suggests that heavy rains during this specific period are detrimental to the 'Mungaru' (Kharif/early season) harvest, often causing damage to crops that are ready for harvest or in a critical growth stage.