దిక్కులేని దివాణముగా ఉన్నది.

dikkuleni divanamuga unnadi.

Translation

A government which affords no protection.

Meaning

This expression is used to describe a place or an organization that is disorganized, neglected, or lacks proper leadership and supervision. It implies a state of chaos or abandonment despite having a grand structure.

Related Phrases

God is the help of the helpless. God is where He was.

This proverb is used to express that when someone has no support, family, or help in the world, God will protect and guide them. It is equivalent to the English sentiment that God helps those who are helpless or abandoned.

It is like a palace with no direction or protector.

This expression is used to describe a situation or an organization that is chaotic, unmanaged, or lacking leadership. It conveys a sense of abandonment where despite having resources (like a palace), there is no one to take responsibility or provide guidance.

His business is flourishing greatly, even to the extent of begging alms. A sarcastic speech used with reference to the downfall of a bad man.

This expression is used to describe a situation where two unfortunate or difficult events occur simultaneously. Since Ekadashi is a day of fasting and Tuesday is often considered an inauspicious or 'harsh' day in certain traditional contexts, the combination implies a state of double trouble or a completely ruined situation.

The life has reached the throat, (i. e. all but departed ). Being placed in a most difficult position.

This expression is used to describe a state of extreme distress, agony, or a critical situation where one is barely surviving or hanging on by a thread. It often refers to someone being in the final moments of life or facing an unbearable crisis.

It is like the cooking of Nala and Bhîma. Said ironically to a bad cook.

This expression is used to describe food that is exceptionally delicious or exquisitely prepared. In Indian mythology, King Nala and Bhima (one of the Pandavas) were both legendary chefs known for their extraordinary culinary skills. When someone says a meal is like 'Nala-Bhima Pakamu', they are giving the highest possible compliment to the cook.

Looking from the front it seems to be the Brahman's horse, looking from behind it seems to be the Śāhib's. The Kômati's evidence . The words are ambiguous and bear another meaning viz. " Before, this was the Brahman's horse—now, it is the Śāhib's" ( i. e. the Śāhib has taken possession of it ).

This proverb is used to describe something or someone that is inconsistent, ambiguous, or lacks a clear identity. It refers to a situation where a single thing presents two completely different or contradictory appearances depending on how one looks at it, often implying deception or a lack of authenticity.

Like Râma's kingdom.

This expression is used to describe a place or a period of time characterized by perfect peace, prosperity, justice, and ideal governance. It implies that people are living happily without any troubles, much like the legendary utopian rule of Lord Rama in the epic Ramayana.

Neglected.

A court/administrative office with no direction or authority.

This expression is used to describe a state of total chaos, lack of leadership, or a situation where there is no one in charge to take responsibility. It often refers to an organization or household that is neglected and functioning without any order or oversight.

For those who have no one, God is the only refuge

This proverb is used to convey that when a person is helpless, abandoned, or has no support system (orphans, the destitute, or the oppressed), the divine power or providence is their ultimate protector. It is often used to offer comfort in dire situations or to remind others that the helpless are under God's care.

There is the village and here is my cup. Said by a beggar.

This expression is used to describe a state of complete carelessness, detachment, or having nothing to lose. It implies that as long as there is a society to live in and a basic means to survive (even by begging), one need not worry about responsibilities or property. It is often said by or about people who are wandering or living a carefree, nomadic life without any attachments.