దేశ భాషలందు తెలుగులెస్స

This expression emphasizes consistency and appropriateness in one's conduct. It suggests that a person's outward appearance or actions (vesham) should align with their speech or status (bhasha). It is used to advise someone to act or dress according to the context, profession, or the words they speak.

This proverb describes someone who travels to far-off places or spends excessive resources just to show off, maintain a certain status, or seek vanity. It is often used to criticize people who neglect their responsibilities or exhaust their wealth simply to gain superficial recognition or to keep up appearances.

This proverb highlights how one's safety or power often depends on their environment or the protection of someone more powerful. It originates from a story where a snake (Sesha), usually prey to the eagle (Garuda), remains safe because it is wrapped around Lord Vishnu's neck. It is used to describe situations where a person's status or security is purely due to their association with a position of power.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where two rivals or enemies are forced to maintain a facade of civility due to their circumstances. It originates from a story where Garuda (the eagle) and Sesha (the serpent) meet; despite being natural enemies, they inquire about each other's well-being because the situation prevents them from fighting. It highlights tactical politeness or a stalemate between powerful opponents.

This proverb suggests that for someone who lacks ambition, desire, or interest in life, their surroundings or environment become irrelevant. It implies that a sense of purpose is what drives a person to engage with the world; without it, even a whole country or great opportunities have no value to them. It is used to describe a state of total indifference or renunciation.

This expression describes a situation where two people who are mutual enemies or rivals pretend to care for each other's well-being for the sake of social etiquette or formality. It is used to mock insincere exchanges between individuals who secretly wish for each other's downfall, similar to the mythological enmity between Sesha (the serpent) and Garuda (the eagle).

This expression highlights that music transcends cultural, linguistic, and geographic boundaries. It suggests that melodies and rhythms can be understood and felt by everyone, regardless of the language they speak, making it a medium that connects all of humanity.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where two arch-enemies or rivals are forced to maintain a facade of politeness due to circumstances. It originates from a dialogue between Garuda (the eagle) and the serpent Adi Shesha; despite being natural enemies, they inquire about each other's welfare while keeping a safe distance, implying a tense but respectful standoff.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where two people have a conversation without understanding each other at all, or when someone gives a completely irrelevant and nonsensical answer to a question. It highlights a breakdown in communication where both parties are using gibberish or terms they don't comprehend.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone has to put in an immense, exhausting amount of effort or struggle to complete a task. It is similar to the English idiom 'toil and moil' or 'with great difficulty'.