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This proverb refers to things or actions that are completely useless or have no impact on anyone. The Vempali (Wild Indigo) plant is considered useless for consumption or major utility; hence, whether it flourishes or not makes no difference to the world. It is used to describe an insignificant person's presence or a redundant effort.

This expression is used to describe a person who is acting hypocritically or exhibiting false modesty. It refers to someone who pretends to be humble or pious (like a fox pretending to be submissive or a crane standing still as if meditating while waiting for a fish) only to achieve their own selfish or cunning motives.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone remains completely indifferent and unaffected by the empty threats, insults, or loud protests of others. Just as a heavy piece of wood is not moved or bothered by a dog barking at it, a person of substance or firm resolve ignores baseless criticism or noise.

This expression refers to someone who pretends to be pious or innocent while waiting for an opportunity to act in their own self-interest. It is used to describe hypocritical behavior or 'crocodile tears,' similar to how a crane stands still as if meditating only to catch a fish the moment it swims by.

This expression describes someone who pretends to be pious, innocent, or disinterested while actually waiting for a selfish opportunity. Just as a stork stands still like a monk only to catch a fish, it refers to hypocritical behavior or hidden agendas.

This proverb describes a situation where something exists or flourishes but is of no benefit to the people who need it or are around it. It is used when discussing resources, talents, or wealth that are practically useless to the community or individuals concerned, making their existence irrelevant.

This proverb describes hypocrisy or ulterior motives. It refers to a person who pretends to be engaged in a holy or selfless act (like chanting prayers) while actually focusing on a selfish or harmful scheme (like catching fish). It is used to describe someone whose outward actions look pious, but whose intentions are purely exploitative.

This expression is used to describe hypocritical behavior or false pretenses. It refers to someone who acts humble or pious only to deceive others for their own gain, much like a fox uses fake submissiveness to trap prey or a crane stands still as if in prayer while waiting to catch a fish.

This expression is used to describe a person who outwardly acts like a devotee or a well-wisher but harbors evil intentions or plans harm in private. It originates from the Ramayana, where the demon Kalanemi disguised himself as a sage chanting God's name to deceive and kill Hanuman.

This proverb is used to describe a person who is completely useless or provides no value in any aspect of life (neither material nor spiritual). It is typically applied to situations where someone is more of a burden than a help, suggesting that their presence or absence makes no positive difference.