ఆవుల సాధుత్వమూ, బ్రాహ్మణుల పేదరికమూ లేదు.

This proverb highlights the irony of social status versus necessity, or situations where resources are allocated based on tradition rather than practical need. It refers to a scenario where those who work hard and need rest (like laborers) are given comfort, while those of high spiritual status are given simple traditional seating, often used to describe misplaced priorities or unexpected role reversals.

This proverb is used to describe individuals or entities that are inherently harmless or non-violent by nature. Just as a frog lacks the mechanism to bite and cause harm, a person of scholarly or peaceful disposition (traditionally represented by a Brahmin in this context) is expected to avoid physical aggression or confrontation.

* Mas descubre un hambriento que cien letrados.

This proverb highlights that rain, even if it causes temporary inconvenience, ultimately brings prosperity and growth, making it never truly harmful. Similarly, in a traditional context, it suggests that as long as a woman has her husband's support and presence, she is not truly poor, emphasizing emotional and social security over material wealth.

This expression is used to describe a person who is irresponsible, lacks roots, or has no attachments or accountability. Just as a spinning top cannot be controlled or operated without a string, it refers to someone who is wandering aimlessly or a situation that has no proper foundation or control.

This proverb describes a person who holds a lowly or insignificant position within an elite or superior group, yet is considered highly influential or superior among a lower or less-privileged group. It is used to mock someone's shifting social status or their tendency to act superior only when among their subordinates.

This proverb is used to describe a situation of total chaos, lack of coordination, or mismanagement. Just as a washerman's loud, rhythmic shouting while washing clothes lacks melody, and (historically/metaphorically) a household or state without a proper leader was thought to lack order, this phrase signifies a messy or dysfunctional environment.

This proverb highlights the importance of animal husbandry and long-term planning. A heifer (young female cow) eventually grows to provide milk and offspring, ensuring a source of livelihood and financial security for a household. It suggests that small, diligent investments in livestock can eliminate poverty.

This proverb is used to describe things that are ultimately inconsequential or lack real impact. Just as a poor person's firm stance or pride often yields to necessity, and the arguments between saintly people rarely lead to lasting enmity or violence, these situations are seen as temporary or ineffective in the larger scheme of things.

This proverb is used to describe a person who pretends to be calm, forgiving, or non-violent only because they are too weak or powerless to retaliate or take action. It highlights how some people mask their inability to act behind a facade of righteousness or saintliness.

This proverb means that speaking or making promises costs nothing. It is used to describe situations where people talk big or offer hollow words because talking is free and requires no actual resources or effort.

He ruins himself in promises, and clears himself by giving nothing. ( French. )*