ధర్మానికి దండగలేదు, వెట్టికి వైసాలేదు.

This proverb describes inherent limitations of certain characters. A miser, by nature, cannot think of being charitable or righteous because of their obsession with hoarding. Similarly, a person who lacks common sense or works mindlessly (vetty) cannot be expected to possess wisdom or discernment. It is used to suggest that one shouldn't expect noble qualities from people whose nature is fundamentally opposed to them.

This proverb is used to describe a person who is blinded by power or arrogance. Just as a physical cataract prevents a person from seeing the world, an oppressive or tyrannical mindset prevents a person from seeing what is fair, moral, or just. It emphasizes that power-hungry individuals often lose their sense of right and wrong.

This proverb highlights two contrasting concepts: that giving to a good cause is never a loss or waste of resources, whereas forced labor (vetti) provides no financial reward or compensation to the worker. It is used to encourage voluntary service or charity while acknowledging the exploitative nature of unpaid toil.

This proverb is used to describe a person who continues to tell lies without any fear or remorse, or a situation where someone remains indifferent and unbothered despite a web of falsehoods being woven around them.

This expression is used to describe a person who appears extremely innocent, naive, or passive to the point of being helpless or dull-witted. It often refers to someone who lacks the basic initiative or reaction expected in common situations.

As demure as if butter would not melt in his mouth, and yet cheese will not choke him.

This expression is used when someone tries to help others or do something virtuous, but ends up facing unexpected trouble or negative consequences as a result of their kindness. It is similar to the English saying, 'No good deed goes unpunished.'

This proverb is used to describe people who act with arrogance, tyranny, or brute force. It implies that just as it is naturally impossible for a blind eye to see, it is impossible for a person acting out of sheer dominance or malice to follow the path of justice or ethics.

This proverb describes a state of total insecurity, neglect, or lack of discipline. It is used to refer to a situation where there are no boundaries or protections in place, often implying that a system or family is disorganized and vulnerable to outside interference or internal chaos.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone makes multiple excuses to avoid work. It implies that both internal capability (the ox) and external conditions (the weather) are being blamed to justify inaction or laziness.

This proverb describes a situation of complete lack of security or discipline. It is used to refer to households or organizations where there is no control, no boundaries, and no protection, often implying a state of mismanagement or vulnerability where anyone can come and go as they please.