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This proverb describes how a person who is too greedy or miserly often ends up losing everything. It is used when someone's attempt to save a small amount of money or resources leads to a greater loss in two or more ways, or when they lose both the original investment and the expected gain.

* वरमेको गुणी पुत्रो न च मूर्खशतैरपि। एकश्चन्द्रस्तमो हन्ति न च तारागणैरपि॥

This proverb explains that a miser, in an attempt to save small amounts of money, often ends up facing much larger losses or multiple disadvantages. It is used to highlight how extreme stinginess can backfire, leading to poor quality of life, loss of reputation, and eventual financial or material waste.

This proverb is used to describe situations where searching for a small problem causes more damage than the problem itself. When a snake enters a dense hemp (Janumu) field, the process of trampling and clearing the crops to find or kill it results in a significant loss of harvest, even if the snake is caught.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the monsoon cycle. It suggests that rainfall during the Swati Karthe (usually in October) is a positive indicator that ensures continued moisture and rainfall for the subsequent three seasonal periods (Vishakha, Anuradha, and Jyeshta), which is vital for the late-season crops.

This expression is used to warn that giving someone even a tiny bit of leverage, opportunity, or space can result in them taking undue advantage and causing significant trouble or damage. It is similar to the English proverb: 'Give them an inch, and they'll take a mile.'

This is a traditional agricultural proverb. It means that rainfall occurring during the Bharani period (a specific period in the lunar calendar) is highly beneficial for crops, leading to a bountiful harvest across the land.

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 proverb highlights that a greedy or stingy person often ends up losing more than they save. Due to their excessive desire to save money, they might compromise on quality, health, or relationships, eventually leading to bigger financial or personal losses from multiple directions.

This proverb emphasizes the critical importance of punctuality and timely action. It suggests that even a tiny or negligible delay can lead to catastrophic or massive consequences. It is used to advise someone to be prompt and not to underestimate the risks of procrastination.

This saying highlights the cynical reality of prolonged legal battles. It implies that while the plaintiff and defendant lose their wealth and peace of mind in litigation, the lawyers profit from the fees, and the final outcome remains at the discretion of the court. It is used to advise people to settle disputes amicably rather than approaching the court.