అసహనం ఒక విధమైన హింస.
asahanam oka vidhamaina himsa.
Intolerance is a form of violence.
This phrase is a philosophical observation emphasizing that intolerance—the lack of patience or acceptance of others' views or existence—is not just a state of mind but a subtle act of aggression. It is often used in social and political contexts to advocate for peace and mutual respect.
Related Phrases
నూతిలో కప్పల విధానం
nutilo kappala vidhanam
The behavior of frogs in a well
This expression describes the behavior of narrow-minded or jealous people who, like frogs in a well, try to pull down anyone who attempts to climb up or succeed. It is used to characterize small-mindedness and the lack of a broader perspective or community support.
పాత ఒక రోత, కొత్త ఒక వింత
pata oka rota, kotta oka vinta
The old is a nuisance, the new is a wonder.
This proverb describes the human tendency to quickly get bored with old, familiar things and become easily fascinated by anything new. It is often used to comment on people who abandon traditions or long-term possessions in favor of the latest trends, or when someone loses interest in something they once valued.
కట్టెలోన నగ్ని పుట్టిన విధమున
kattelona nagni puttina vidhamuna
Like the way fire is born within wood
This expression refers to something that is inherently present but hidden until the right conditions or effort bring it out. Just as fire remains latent in wood until friction is applied, it is often used to describe how divinity exists within every being or how a hidden quality manifests when triggered.
వెర్రి వెయ్యి విధాలు, పైత్యము పదివేల విధాలు.
verri veyyi vidhalu, paityamu padivela vidhalu.
Idiocy [takes] a thousand forms, and madness ten thousand.
This proverb is used to describe the countless ways people can behave irrationally or eccentrically. It suggests that human folly and madness have no limits and can manifest in an infinite variety of forms.
ఒకనాటి సుఖం ఒక ఏటి కష్టం
okanati sukham oka eti kashtam
One day's pleasure is a year's hardship
This proverb is used to warn someone that a brief moment of indulgence or a short-term reckless decision can lead to long-term suffering and difficulties. It emphasizes the importance of thinking about future consequences before acting.
నీళ్ళాడని చేతికి విధానాలాటవు
nilladani chetiki vidhanalatavu
To a hand that does not move water, the rules of rituals do not apply.
This proverb is used to criticize people who talk about rules, procedures, or high standards without actually doing any work. It suggests that if someone isn't willing to put in the basic effort (like even touching water for a task), they have no right to preach about how things should be done or worry about formal procedures.
వెట్టి వేయివిధాలు, పైత్యం పదివేల విధాలు
vetti veyividhalu, paityam padivela vidhalu
Foolishness is of a thousand kinds, while madness/eccentricity is of ten thousand kinds.
This expression is used to describe the infinite variety of ways people can behave foolishly or irrationally. It suggests that while there are many ways to be silly (vetti), the range of peculiar or eccentric behaviors (paityam) is even greater. It is often used to comment on someone's strange, unpredictable, or nonsensical actions.
గుడ్డు వచ్చి పిల్లను ఎక్కిరించినట్టు
guddu vachchi pillanu ekkirinchinattu
Like the egg coming out and mocking the hen.
This proverb is used to describe a situation where a younger or less experienced person tries to lecture, mock, or act superior toward their elders or mentors. It is similar to the English expression 'teaching your grandmother to suck eggs.'
పూటలు మూడు, భోజనం ఒకటి.
putalu mudu, bhojanam okati.
Three sessions, but only one meal.
This expression is used to describe a state of extreme poverty or scarcity. It refers to a situation where despite the day having three natural meal times (morning, afternoon, and night), a person can only afford or find enough food to eat once.
ఒక కంటికి సున్నం ఒక కంటికి వెన్న పెట్టినట్టు
oka kantiki sunnam oka kantiki venna pettinattu
Like applying lime to one eye and butter to the other
This expression is used to describe showing partiality or unfair discrimination. It refers to a situation where two people or things are treated differently despite being equal, with one receiving harsh treatment (lime/caustic) and the other receiving soft, preferential treatment (butter).