పూర్వోత్తరాలు ఎరిగి పొత్తు చేసుకోవాలి

This expression is used sarcastically to describe incompetent or unqualified people attempting to explain or handle highly complex and profound subjects. Purva and Uttara Mimamsas are deep philosophical schools of Indian thought, and the metaphor implies that someone with very basic or irrelevant knowledge is pretending to be an expert in a field way beyond their depth.

This proverb suggests that excessive intimacy or being too crowded/interfering in a shared arrangement or partnership can lead to conflicts and eventually spoil the relationship or the work being done together.

This phrase is typically used to express a sense of urgency or priority in following someone's lead or instructions. It can also imply being proactive or staying ahead of someone in a competitive or social context. In some dialects, it may refer to the necessity of preceding someone during a ritual or formal procession.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of verifying background and quality before making life-altering decisions. Just as one inspects the physical traits and health of livestock, one should understand the family values and upbringing (lineage) of a partner before marriage, as these factors significantly influence the future of a household.

In the past and also occasionally at present, there is a practice of scorching or branding literally as a therapy. One should identify the problem and take appropriate steps to solve it. In other words, you have to know the sensitive spot and work on it for your success.

This proverb suggests that when a person commits a mistake or a sin with full awareness (premeditated), they must face its consequences or undergo a specific form of penance to clear it. It is used to emphasize that one cannot escape the accountability of deliberate actions and must endure the resulting hardship to find resolution.

This proverb advises caution and due diligence in social and personal life. It suggests that one should understand a person's background and character before establishing a close relationship or marriage alliance, and similarly, one should thoroughly investigate a location's safety, resources, and suitability before settling down there.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of due diligence and background checks before making significant long-term commitments. It suggests that just as the quality of a cow is essential for its yield, the upbringing and character of a bride are crucial for the harmony of a household.

This expression is used to describe a situation where, after a loss or a filtering process, only the essential or valuable part remains while the useless or trivial part is gone. It is often used to console someone by pointing out that even if something was lost, the core strength or the most important asset is still intact.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of timing and precision. It suggests that one should understand the root of a problem or the specific situation (the joint) before acting (cauterizing/burning), and should wait for the most opportune moment to strike or make a move.