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This proverb is used to describe the absolute power of authorities or fate. It implies that if a person in power (like a king) intends to punish, they can find endless ways to do so; conversely, if the creator (Brahma) intends to bless, resources like longevity are limitless. It is often used to highlight that everything depends on the will of those in control or divine destiny.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone has absolute power or control over an outcome. Just as the Creator (Brahma) can grant a long life at will, someone in a position of authority or dominance can cause trouble or inflict hardship whenever they choose. It often highlights the helplessness of one party against the whims of a more powerful one.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of hard work and thorough preparation in agriculture. It suggests that if the soil is tilled so finely and deeply that it becomes as soft as butter, the resulting harvest will be incredibly bountiful. In a broader sense, it means that if you put in high-quality effort during the foundational stage of any task, the results will be abundant.

This proverb highlights that fate or luck favors two extremes: either those who have nothing to lose and must work extremely hard (the widow's son) or those who are born with immense privilege (the king's son). It is used to describe how people at the very bottom of the social ladder and the very top often end up being the most successful or influential, albeit for different reasons.

This expression is used to describe a situation where there is an abundance of resources or wealth, typically referring to someone who possesses vast stores of grain (granaries) and extensive agricultural land (garden beds). It characterizes a state of being extremely well-off or having plenty of supplies.

This proverb highlights the importance of having influence or survival skills to navigate the world. A king's son has power and resources through his status, while a widow's son is often perceived as someone who has grown up tough, resourceful, and street-smart out of necessity. It implies that to succeed or get things done, one needs either authority or grit.

This is a sarcastic or cynical proverb used to describe a situation where someone has absolute power or authority to inflict something—either positive or negative. Just as Lord Brahma (the creator) can grant infinite life, a dominant or abusive person can provide an endless supply of trouble or punishment if they set their mind to it. It highlights the inevitability of consequences when someone in power is determined to act.

This proverb implies that when a person in a position of high authority or power decides to cause harm or create trouble, they have endless means to do so. It is used to describe situations where someone powerful can easily punish or harass others at their whim.

This proverb is used to express that when one's luck is bad or when divine fate is against them, troubles and misfortunes come in quick succession from all directions. It is often used to lament a series of unexpected hardships or to suggest that one cannot escape destiny when it turns unfavorable.

This proverb highlights that a person who is extremely persistent or stubborn is harder to manage or defeat than even a powerful ruler. It is used to describe situations where logic and authority fail against someone's sheer obstinacy.