దున్న తగిలితే మన్ను ముట్టవలెను

This proverb is used to describe a situation where an innocent associate or a bystander suffers the same harsh punishment or hardship as the main culprit. Just as charcoal is burnt and exhausted while heating iron in a forge, an innocent person often gets caught up and destroyed in the process of dealing with a problematic person or situation.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of maintaining certain boundaries, privacy, or modesty even with those closest to us. It suggests that complete exposure or lack of restraint, even in the most intimate relationships, can lead to a loss of respect or dignity.

* Ἀπέφαλος μῦθος.

This expression is used to describe two people or entities that are fundamentally incompatible or cannot reconcile their differences. Just as burnt clay/soil loses its binding property and cannot merge with raw, unburnt soil, people with opposing natures or those who have had a major falling out cannot be easily brought back together.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone who is stubborn, cold, or unresponsive finally starts to yield or change their attitude when they face pressure, difficulty, or a direct consequence (the 'heat'). It implies that everyone has a breaking point or a point of vulnerability.

This expression refers to the mythological story of Ahalya, who was turned into a stone by a curse and regained her human form when Lord Rama's feet touched her. It is used to describe the transformative power of a great person's presence or the idea that even the most lifeless or difficult situations can be sanctified and improved by a noble touch or divine grace.

This proverb highlights the importance of favorable weather conditions, specifically the cooling breeze known as 'pairugali', for a successful agricultural yield. It is used to express that when the right environment or support is present, success and prosperity are guaranteed.

This expression originates from the Ramayana (Ahalya's story). It is used to signify the transformative power of a great person's presence or grace, suggesting that even the most hardened or hopeless situations can be redeemed and beautified by the touch of divinity or noble leadership.

This expression describes the volatility of luck or fortune. It refers to a situation where a person with bad luck can turn a valuable opportunity (gold) into a failure (mud), while a person with good luck or skill can turn even a worthless thing into something precious.

This proverb highlights the importance of timing and preparation in agriculture. 'Magili' refers to the land moistened by the first summer rains. It suggests that if a farmer takes advantage of these initial rains to plough the field, the soil quality improves, leading to a much higher yield. Metaphorically, it means that starting a task at the right opportune moment with proper preparation ensures success.

This proverb highlights the difference between salvageable and irreparable damage. It is often used to compare relationships or situations: strong bonds (iron) can be repaired after a conflict, but delicate trust or certain reputations (clay) are permanently destroyed once broken.