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This proverb suggests that the character, behavior, and values of a leader are reflected in their subjects or followers. It is used to emphasize that the quality of a community or organization depends on its leadership.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone tries to do a good deed or help others, but instead of receiving gratitude or success, they end up getting into trouble or facing negative consequences themselves.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where one person's hard work or merit results in a success, but another person tries to take the credit for the associated benefits or accessories. It highlights the irony of misplaced gratitude or credit-seeking.

This expression is used when someone tries to help others or do something virtuous, but ends up facing unexpected trouble or negative consequences as a result of their kindness. It is similar to the English saying, 'No good deed goes unpunished.'

This proverb highlights a transactional relationship. It means that certain people's affection or loyalty is proportional to the material benefits they receive. When the giving stops, the affection also vanishes. It is used to describe fair-weather friends or mercenary relationships.

This expression emphasizes the importance of karma and virtuous living. It means that the good deeds and dharma (righteousness) one practices during their life on earth will act as their only true companion or protector in the afterlife. It is used to encourage ethical behavior and charity.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone unnecessarily involves themselves in someone else's business or a random situation, only to end up facing negative consequences or trouble that they could have easily avoided.

This proverb means that one's righteous deeds and moral conduct will act as a shield and save them from danger or misfortune in critical times. It is used to encourage ethical behavior, suggesting that being good eventually leads to being protected by one's own karma.

This proverb is used to convey that the quality or quantity of an outcome is directly proportional to the effort, investment, or resources put into it. It is similar to the English expression 'You get what you pay for.'

This proverb (of Deccani Urdu origin used in Telugu) means that the result or divine reward one receives is proportional to the sincerity of their intention. It is used to suggest that if your heart is pure, you will receive equivalent grace or success.