ఆత్మస్తుతి, పరనింద, అర్థాపేక్ష లేని మహానుభావుడికి నీకూ డబ్బు, శుద్ధశుంఠకు వాడికీ డబ్బా.

This proverb defines the character of a truly noble person. It suggests that greatness is achieved not by status, but by avoiding three negative traits: boasting about oneself (Atmastuti), speaking ill of others (Paraninda), and being excessively greedy or materialistic (Arthapeksha). It is used to describe someone with high moral integrity and selfless character.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where the child of a highly educated or talented person turns out to be ignorant or unskilled. It highlights that wisdom and intelligence are not always inherited and is often used to mock someone who fails to live up to their parent's reputation.

This proverb highlights that courage and self-confidence are more valuable than material wealth. It is used to describe a situation where a person, despite having financial resources, cannot achieve anything or defend themselves because they lack the necessary boldness or character.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where the cost or effort involved in a task far exceeds the value or worth of the subject itself. It highlights unnecessary extravagance or disproportionate spending on someone or something that doesn't deserve it or won't benefit from it meaningfully.

This proverb suggests that if a person works hard to accumulate wealth but never uses it for their own needs or enjoyment, that wealth is ultimately wasted or taken over by others (like the government or buried in the ground) after their death. It is used to advise people against extreme stinginess and to encourage them to enjoy the fruits of their labor.

This is a humorous proverb used to describe a person who is so foolish or thick-skinned that they take an insult as a personal recognition. It is used to mock someone who is completely unaware of their own stupidity or shortcomings.

This proverb is used to convey that no matter how many difficulties or challenges (poverty/troubles) one faces, there are always ways to overcome them. It emphasizes human ingenuity and the availability of endless solutions to any number of problems. It is often used to encourage creative problem-solving in desperate situations.

This expression is used to describe a situation where there is no distinction made between merit and ignorance, or where rewards are distributed equally regardless of character or capability. It highlights the irony of a virtuous person and a complete fool being treated the same way, often in terms of financial gain or status.

This expression is used when an influential or wise person visits or intervenes. It implies that their arrival is not accidental but purposeful, often suggesting that they have come to offer guidance, solve a problem, or deliver important news.

This traditional saying emphasizes productivity over vanity. It suggests that one should invest more in assets that provide a livelihood or income (like livestock in an agrarian society) and spend minimally on non-productive luxuries like expensive clothing. It is used to advise someone to prioritize essential investments over outward appearances.