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This proverb describes a situation where the conflict or power struggle between two powerful parties or superiors results in the suffering of innocent, smaller, or weaker subordinates who are caught in the middle. It is used to highlight collateral damage caused by leadership disputes.

This proverb is used to convey that a person who is calm, wise, and peaceful (like a yogi) is far superior to someone who is constantly aggressive, loud, or making empty threats (like a barking dog). It emphasizes the value of composure over unnecessary hostility.

This proverb is used to criticize someone who expects to see or understand complex/obscure things when they have already failed to notice or handle the obvious ones. It highlights the absurdity of looking for something minor or hidden when the major or evident things are missed.

This expression is used to describe a person who, despite being handsome or seemingly respectable, lacks 'Ingitham' (the ability to understand social cues, basic manners, or situational awareness). It highlights the irony of a person having outward dignity but no practical sense of how to behave in a given situation.

This proverb is used to describe something or someone that looks attractive, polished, or perfect on the outside but is actually rotten, corrupt, or empty on the inside. It is equivalent to the English expression 'All that glitters is not gold' and is often used to warn against judging by outward appearances.

This proverb is used to describe how superficial or fake things/people often have a lot of noise, show, or observers around them. Just as fake gold requires many 'examiners' or 'cutters' (katikulu) to test it, falsehood often comes with excessive complications or people trying to verify/critique it, whereas truth or real gold stands silently on its own merit.

This proverb describes things that are temporary and superficial. Just as a marketplace is bustling and vibrant only during trading hours and becomes desolate afterward, or a courtesan's beauty is enhanced only for professional allure, some situations or appearances lack depth and permanent value.

This proverb suggests that a person's true nature, habits, or secrets are best known to those who live with them or are closest to them. Just as a wife knows exactly how much her husband eats regardless of his public image, those in close proximity see the unvarnished truth of a person's character.

This expression refers to someone who focuses on outward appearances, vanity, or superficial shows of status while lacking actual substance, property, or a solid foundation. It describes a person who prioritizes pride and showing off over practical stability.

This proverb emphasizes that environment and upbringing (nurture) are often more influential than inherent traits or lineage (nature). Just as a good quality seed cannot flourish in barren soil, a talented person needs a supportive environment to succeed. It is used to highlight the importance of the surroundings in which someone grows or works.