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This expression is used to highlight the moral degradation of a person. It suggests that individuals with a sinful or wicked nature often harbor illicit desires and fail to respect the sanctity of others' relationships. It is frequently found in moralistic literature or used to condemn adultery and lack of character.

Refers to a series of extremely difficult, complicated, or unsolvable questions. It originates from the Mahabharata where a Yaksha poses 126 complex philosophical questions to Yudhishthira. In modern usage, it is used to describe a situation or problem that is very hard to answer or resolve.

This expression is used to highlight that sometimes people take on elaborate roles, hard work, or even deceptive appearances not for higher ideals, but simply to fulfill their basic needs like food and survival. It suggests that the struggle for livelihood often dictates human behavior and the 'masks' people wear in society.

Quality is far superior to quantity. This expression is used to emphasize that one exceptionally capable or brilliant person is more valuable than a vast number of mediocre ones. It is often used to describe a great leader, a talented child, or a single effective solution compared to many ineffective alternatives.

This expression suggests that talking too much is tiring and counterproductive. It is used to advise someone to be brief, concise, and mindful of their words, as excessive chatter often leads to exhaustion or unnecessary trouble.

This expression refers to the humble beginnings of something that eventually becomes grand or vast. It is used to signify that great results often arise from very small origins, emphasizing that size at the start does not determine final potential.

This classical expression or proverb is used to suggest that individuals who lack character or those who treat relationships purely as transactions do not respect or recognize moral boundaries or family ties. It is often used to criticize someone's lack of integrity or their disregard for social and moral decorum.

This expression highlights the concept of 'unity in diversity' within spiritual paths. It refers to the Shat-Darshanas (six schools of Indian philosophy) and explains that while there may be various methods, perspectives, or intellectual paths to reach the divine, the ultimate truth or God remains a single entity. It is used to promote religious tolerance and philosophical harmony.

This expression is used to highlight that a weak or cowardly person will never dare to challenge or face someone far more powerful and majestic. It emphasizes that certain tasks or confrontations require a level of courage and status that a 'jackal-like' person simply does not possess. It is often used to mock someone who talks big but lacks the actual bravery to face a formidable opponent.

This proverb suggests that in the practical world, a person's financial status and prosperity are often given more importance and respect than their family background or caste. It is used to highlight the power of wealth in social standings.