ఎండ మిడిసికాసినా చీకట్లకు గుహలుండనే ఉండును.

This expression is used to describe someone who is exceptionally brave, self-reliant, or possesses an internal strength that allows them to navigate difficult or 'dark' situations without external help. Just as a firefly carries its own light and isn't hindered by the night, a person with true character or talent is not intimidated by adversity or lack of resources.

This expression means that for those who possess true knowledge or wisdom, liberation (moksha) is not a distant goal but something accessible right here and now. It is often used to emphasize that clarity of mind and self-realization bring immediate peace, rather than waiting for an afterlife or a far-off event.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where one is willing to give up a potential gain or an asset just to escape from a dangerous or stuck position. It signifies that safety and liberation are more important than the original objective when things go wrong.

Said by a man whose hand had been caught by a guana in a hole. Catching a Tartar.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone attempts a task that is inherently contradictory or logically impossible. Just as milk and buttermilk neutralize or change each other's properties when mixed, making it impossible to treat the result as just one of the original substances, this phrase highlights futility or confusion in actions.

This expression refers to activities done in secrecy or efforts that go unrecognized and wasted because they are performed where no one can see. It is used to describe futile actions or deceptive behavior carried out away from public scrutiny.

This proverb refers to a situation where someone who provides light, knowledge, or help to the world fails to apply the same to their own immediate surroundings or family. It is used to describe an influential or talented person whose own home or private life remains in neglect or ignorance.

This proverb implies that when a situation is intentionally disrupted or 'stirred up', the target will eventually be caught or the desired result will be achieved. It is used to suggest that once the process of entrapment or investigation has begun, the outcome is inevitable.

This expression is used to describe insincere or hollow words. It suggests that when a person speaks without genuine affection or true intent, their words are superficial and do not come from the heart.

This proverb highlights the nature of jealousy and malice. It means that an envious person is always on the lookout for a chance to harm others or bring them down. It is used to warn someone to be cautious of those who harbor ill will, as they are patiently waiting for a moment of weakness to act.

This expression means that difficulties or challenges often become most intense right before a positive change or success occurs. It is used to encourage someone to stay patient and hopeful during their hardest times, as relief is near.