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This proverb implies that something born or inherent to a specific place or situation cannot truly escape its origins or its nature. It is often used to suggest that a person's roots, character, or problems will remain with them regardless of where they are, or that something belonging to a person will eventually come back to them.

This is an agricultural proverb related to rainfall during specific lunar mansions (Nakshatras). It means that even a small amount of rain during the 'Magha' season is valuable, but heavy rain during the 'Pubba' season is extremely beneficial and results in a bountiful harvest.

This expression describes a situation where someone or something lives out its entire existence in one limited environment without ever venturing out or achieving broader recognition. It is often used to refer to people who are born, live, and die in the same place without seeing the world, or to ideas/projects that never leave their place of origin.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone performs a deed with the intention of gaining religious merit (punyam), but the act inadvertently causes harm or results in a mess. It is often applied when an attempt to do good backfires or when a seemingly pious person's actions are actually riddled with flaws.

This traditional expression reflects the historical hardships and social constraints faced by women in society. It is used to lament the difficulties, lack of freedom, or suffering associated with a woman's life, suggesting that an inanimate object in nature has a more peaceful existence.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where completely unqualified or deceptive people are pretending to be virtuous or play roles they are naturally unfit for. It highlights hypocrisy or a ridiculous mismatch of character, often used when villains act like saints.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone performs a small good deed or gains a little spiritual merit, but in the process, commits many sins or causes significant harm. It highlights hypocrisy or the irony of small virtues being overshadowed by large vices.

This expression is used to describe two people who are equally wicked, cunning, or dangerous. In the Ramayana, Ahiravana and Mahiravana were powerful twin demons who were brothers of Ravana. The phrase highlights that there is no difference between the two individuals in terms of their negative traits; they are both equally troublesome.

This is a traditional agricultural saying referring to the high yield of crops. It means that even a small amount of seed sown in the soil (mud) can result in a massive harvest stored at home. It is used to describe investments or efforts that yield exponentially great results.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone performs a supposedly good deed or religious act, but the unintended negative consequences, sins, or flaws associated with it far outweigh the benefits. It highlights hypocrisy or the futility of an action that brings more harm than good.