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This expression is used to advise someone to live within their means. It suggests that one should limit their expenses and lifestyle according to their actual resources or income, similar to the English proverb 'Cut your coat according to your cloth.'

This proverb suggests that in certain situations, being overly modest or shy can lead to personal loss. Specifically, when eating (so you get enough to satisfy your hunger) and when conducting business or legal matters (so you ensure your interests are protected), you must be direct and outspoken.

This expression is used to describe someone who acts without any restraint, discipline, or control. It is often applied to people who behave recklessly or speak without thinking, similar to an animal that has broken free from its harness.

This proverb is used to describe a person who blindly follows or acts upon absurd, illogical, or impossible statements without using their own common sense. It mocks gullibility and the lack of critical thinking.

This expression is used to highlight the contrast between a life of asceticism or discipline (Yoga) and a life of indulgence or pleasure (Bhoga). It suggests that the comforts and pleasures found in a luxurious lifestyle are not present in a disciplined, spiritual path, or vice versa, emphasizing that one must choose their path based on their priorities.

This proverb is used to mock a person who claims to be brave or masculine but shows cowardice in the face of danger. It describes a situation where a man, instead of dealing with a problem himself, asks a woman to find 'real men' to help, thereby exposing his own weakness and lack of courage.

This expression is used when someone exceeds their instructions or limits in a way that causes significant damage or unexpected consequences. It originates from the Ramayana, where Hanuman was sent to find Sita but ended up burning Lanka. In modern usage, it describes someone who does much more than asked, often resulting in overkill or unnecessary destruction.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone is being overly hasty or tries to rush into a commitment or a task immediately after it is mentioned, without proper planning or consideration. It can also signify a person who is ready to trap or restrict someone the moment an opportunity (like a marriage proposal) arises.

This proverb describes a situation where there is absolutely no logical connection between a cause and an effect. It is used to mock someone who tries to link two unrelated events or when someone reacts to something that has no impact on them whatsoever.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where one is caught up in trivial or logistical details (like the arrival of a transport palanquin) while overlooking the primary, essential event (the wedding timing itself). It refers to poor prioritization or unnecessary confusion regarding the order of events.