కూనలమ్మ సంగీతము వింటే పుణ్యము లేదు, వినకుంటే పాపము లేదు.
kunalamma sangitamu vinte punyamu ledu, vinakunte papamu ledu.
If you listen to the song [in praise] of Kûnalamma, there is no merit; and if you don't listen to it, there is no sin. Kûnalamma is the goddess said to preside over children.
This expression is used to describe something that is completely inconsequential or trivial. It refers to an action or a piece of information that has no positive impact if accepted and no negative impact if ignored. It is often used to dismiss worthless talk or irrelevant activities.
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కర్మకు అంతమూ లేదు, కాలముకు నిశ్చయమూ లేదు.
karmaku antamu ledu, kalamuku nishchayamu ledu.
There is no end to religious ceremonies, and there is no find- ing the times [ fixed for the observance of them ].
This expression highlights the cyclical nature of actions and the unpredictability of time. It is used to convey that one's deeds (karma) have continuous consequences and that the future or the timing of events (kala) is never guaranteed or fixed. It serves as a philosophical reminder to be mindful of actions and to respect the uncertainty of life.
మోహము లేకపోతే, మోదము లేదు.
mohamu lekapote, modamu ledu.
Where there is no love, there is no delight.
This proverb explains that without passion, attachment, or desire (Mohamu) for something, one cannot experience true happiness or delight (Modamu) in achieving or having it. It highlights that interest is the prerequisite for enjoyment.
సంధ్యావందనం చేస్తే పుణ్యంలేదుగాని, చేయకపోతే పాపం.
sandhyavandanam cheste punyamledugani, cheyakapote papam.
If you perform Sandhyâvandanam there is no merit, but if you neglect it there is sin.
This expression is used to describe mandatory duties or responsibilities that are expected as a baseline. Performing them doesn't earn extra praise because they are considered a basic requirement, but neglecting them leads to negative consequences or criticism.
ఆశకు అంతము లేదు.
ashaku antamu ledu.
There is no limit to desire. Much would have more. No one is content with his lot. (Portuguese.)* The more one has the more one wants. (Spanish.)?
This expression is used to describe the insatiable nature of human greed or ambition. It implies that once one desire is fulfilled, another takes its place, suggesting that contentment is difficult to achieve if one keeps chasing endless wants.
కూనలమ్మ సంగీతం వింటే పుణ్యమూ లేదు, వినకుంటే పాపమూ లేదు
kunalamma sangitam vinte punyamu ledu, vinakunte papamu ledu
If you listen to the music of Koonalamma, there is no virtue; if you don't listen, there is no sin.
This expression is used to describe something that is inconsequential or trivial. It refers to activities or information that have no significant impact, positive or negative, on a person's life or situation. It is similar to saying something is 'neither here nor there' or 'doesn't make a difference'.
మంచి ప్రాణానికి మండలము వరకు భయము లేదు
manchi prananiki mandalamu varaku bhayamu ledu
There is no fear for a good life for forty days. A strong man can exist without food for that period.
This expression suggests that an honest person with a clear conscience does not need to fear any consequences or dangers for a long time. It emphasizes that integrity provides long-term protection and peace of mind, implying that a person who lives rightly remains fearless throughout their lifetime (a 'mandala' often referring to a specific long cycle of time or the horizon).
అయ్యకు విద్య లేదు, అమ్మకు గర్వమూ లేదు.
ayyaku vidya ledu, ammaku garvamu ledu.
When the husband has no learning, the wife has no pride.
This proverb is used to describe a family or a situation where everyone is simple, humble, or lacks specific status/qualities, leading to a life without complications or pretenses. It often implies a state of being basic or unremarkable but content.
ప్రాణం ఉన్నంత వరకు భయం లేదు
pranam unnanta varaku bhayam ledu
As long as life remains, there is no fear. Until the destined period of life has come to a close death need not be feared. While there is life there is hope.
This expression is used to convey resilience and courage. It suggests that as long as a person is alive, they have the strength to face any challenge or overcome any adversity. It is often used to motivate someone to stay brave during difficult times.
తాడూ లేదు, బొంగరమూ లేదు
tadu ledu, bongaramu ledu
Neither a string nor a top
This expression is used to describe a person who is irresponsible, lacks roots, or has no attachments or accountability. Just as a spinning top cannot be controlled or operated without a string, it refers to someone who is wandering aimlessly or a situation that has no proper foundation or control.
జయము ఉండే వరకు భయము లేదు.
jayamu unde varaku bhayamu ledu.
As long as fortune favours you, you have nothing to fear.
This expression implies that as long as a person is successful or winning, they do not feel or show any fear. It is used to describe a state of confidence or even overconfidence that persists only during a winning streak, or to suggest that success acts as a shield against anxiety.