మొట్టేవాడికి వరమిస్తాడుగాని మొక్కేవారికి వరమీయడు

This expression is used to describe a situation where there is a lack of unity, coordination, or common purpose among a group of people. It suggests that even though people are in the same place or situation, they are acting independently, selfishly, or are indifferent to one another, much like strangers sitting apart on a riverbank.

This proverb is used to describe a state of confusion or dilemma when facing contradictory reactions or consequences from different people. It is often used by someone in a position of authority or a performer who is receiving both excessive praise (bowing) and harsh criticism or physical harm (striking) at the same time, wondering which group poses the greater threat or deserves more attention.

Yielding to force and not to entreaties.

This expression is used to describe a person who shows extreme favoritism or bias. It implies that the person rewards those who comply with their wishes or approach them, while actively punishing or sabotaging those who do not follow their lead or stay away. It highlights a dual nature of being overly generous to allies and hostile to others.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person who is already causing immense destruction or committing a great evil does not care about minor rules, superstitions, or consequences. It implies that when a major catastrophe (Mari - the goddess of plague) occurs, trivialities like 'Vaarashoola' (inauspicious directions for travel based on the day of the week) are irrelevant.

This expression is used to describe people who are stubborn, cruel, or difficult to deal with, and who will only cooperate or do a favor when they are threatened or intimidated rather than requested politely.

This proverb emphasizes that while divine grace or luck might provide opportunities, one must still put in the necessary hard work to achieve results. Success requires personal effort; you cannot expect everything to be served to you without lifting a finger.

This expression describes a person who is highly unpredictable or inconsistent. It refers to someone who changes their behavior or attitude based on their mood or convenience—being overly kind one moment and harsh the next, making it difficult for others to know how to deal with them.

This proverb describes a situation where a higher authority is willing to help or approve a request, but the subordinates or intermediaries create obstacles. It is commonly used to express frustration with bureaucracy, middle-men, or lower-level officials who block progress despite orders from the top.

This proverb is used to describe how people have their own unique quirks, hobbies, or obsessions that might seem strange or foolish to others but bring immense happiness to themselves. It suggests that one should not judge others' personal interests, as subjective satisfaction is what matters most to the individual.

This expression describes a situation where there is a lack of unity or coordination. It refers to people acting independently or selfishly, even when they are in the same group or location, without any concern for one another.