మృగశిరతో కూడ ముల్లోకాలు చల్లబడును.

mrigashirato kuda mullokalu challabadunu.

Translation

With the arrival of Mrigashira, all three worlds shall cool down.

Meaning

This is a traditional Telugu saying related to agriculture and astrology. Mrigashira is an auspicious Nakshatra (lunar mansion) that usually marks the onset of the monsoon season in June. It signifies that the intense summer heat finally ends, bringing relief to the earth (the three worlds) through rain.

Related Phrases

If it rains during the Mrigashira karthi, even an old ox will bellow with joy.

This is a popular agricultural proverb related to the Mrigashira Karthi (a specific astronomical period in June). It signifies that the first monsoon rains during this period are so rejuvenating and cooling for the parched earth that they bring life and energy back to everyone, including old and tired cattle. It highlights the importance of timely rainfall for a fresh start to the farming season.

If three hair-buns come together, the three worlds will unite (and be destroyed).

This proverb is used to describe the difficulty and potential chaos of three strong-willed or argumentative women living or working together. It suggests that if three such people reach an agreement or collide, it creates a force powerful enough to disrupt the entire universe.

If it rains during the Mrigashira star, it will thunder during the Makha star.

This is an agricultural proverb related to rainfall patterns based on lunar mansions (Nakshatras). It suggests a correlation between early monsoon rains and later weather patterns: if there are good rains in early June (Mrigashira), it predicts heavy thundering or favorable weather conditions in late August (Makha), ensuring a good harvest cycle.

A crop planted during the Mrigashira season and a son born when the father is at the prime of his youth (growing a mustache) are the best.

This proverb highlights the importance of timing. Just as the Mrigashira rain is considered the most auspicious for starting agriculture, a son born when the father is young and capable is considered beneficial for the family's strength and continuity.

Mango blossoms in the month of Margashira

This expression is used to describe something that is extremely rare, unexpected, or occurring out of season. Since mango trees typically bloom in the spring (Vasanta Ritu), seeing them bloom in the peak of winter (Margashira month) symbolizes an anomaly or a surprising event.

If it rains during the Mrigashira season, even an old ox will roar/bellow.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the Mrigashira Karthe (a specific astronomical period in June). It signifies that the first rains of this season are so rejuvenating for the land and the ecosystem that even an old, weak ox finds the strength and energy to rejoice and prepare for the upcoming farming season. It highlights the vital importance of these specific rains for agriculture.

If it rains during the Mrigashira karthi, the subsequent two seasons will roar.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb. It means that if there is good rainfall during the Mrigashira Karthi (usually in June), it sets a positive cycle for the following two monsoon periods (Karthies), ensuring abundant water for crops and a prosperous harvest.

If it rains during the Mrigashira kante, the early crops will yield.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the Mrigashira Kante (a specific period in the lunar calendar usually occurring in June). It signifies that if the monsoon begins with rains during this period, it ensures a successful and prosperous harvest for the early sowing season (Mungari).

In the season of Mrigashira Karthe, the courtyards will become cool.

This is a traditional saying related to the Indian astronomical calendar (Karthe). Mrigashira Karthe usually marks the onset of the monsoon season in June. It signifies that after the intense heat of summer, the first rains of this season will finally cool down the earth and the front yards of houses.

If the mountain turns black, it rains; if the nipple turns black, a child is coming.

This is a traditional folk saying (Sameta) used to describe natural signs of inevitable events. It compares the darkening of clouds over mountains (signaling rain) to the physiological changes in a woman's breast during pregnancy (signaling a baby). It highlights the predictability of nature and life through observation.