రామరాజ్యంలో తిండికరువా?

ramarajyamlo tindikaruva?

Translation

Is there a food shortage in the kingdom of Rama?

Meaning

This expression is used rhetorically to imply that in a place of great prosperity, abundance, or good governance, basic necessities like food should never be scarce. It is often used when someone expresses a minor need or grievance in a situation where they are otherwise very well-provided for.

Related Phrases

On this side is capture, on that side is sorrow, in the middle is the kingdom of Râma.

This expression describes a situation where someone is trapped between two dangerous or difficult extremes, yet manages to find a temporary, peaceful, or ideal state in the middle. It is used to remark on the irony of finding tranquility or 'perfect rule' (Ramajyam) while being surrounded by threats or calamities.

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Like a kingdom without Rama.

This expression describes a place or situation that lacks its true leader, soul, or essential guiding force. Just as the kingdom of Ayodhya felt desolate and directionless when Lord Rama was in exile, this phrase is used to describe a scene of emptiness, chaos, or lack of joy despite having all other material resources.

In Rama's kingdom there is a scarcity of gold, in Bharata's kingdom there is a scarcity of food.

This expression is used to highlight the irony of scarcity in places of abundance or to describe situations where basic needs or expected luxuries are surprisingly unavailable. It often points to poor distribution or specific hardships despite a generally good reputation.

As long as you have saplings, water, and speech, it is the same no matter which kingdom you are in.

This proverb emphasizes self-sufficiency and communication skills. It suggests that if a person has the means to farm (saplings and water) and the ability to speak effectively (to negotiate or stand up for themselves), they can survive and thrive anywhere in the world regardless of the political environment or location.

So what if one is an animal in King Ashoka's kingdom?

This expression is used to signify that even the most vulnerable or insignificant beings are treated with dignity, care, and justice under a truly great and benevolent leadership. It refers to Emperor Ashoka's historical reputation for establishing hospitals and welfare for animals, implying that living in a well-governed society is a blessing for everyone regardless of their status.

Like Râma's kingdom.

This expression is used to describe a place or a period of time characterized by perfect peace, prosperity, justice, and ideal governance. It implies that people are living happily without any troubles, much like the legendary utopian rule of Lord Rama in the epic Ramayana.

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Kingdom is to be enjoyed by the brave

This proverb signifies that power, success, and territory belong only to those who are courageous and strong. It is used to encourage boldness and assertiveness, implying that fortune favors the brave and that one must fight for or earn their position through valor.

The dancing is over, the song is finished, and every one is as free as in the kingdom of Râma.

This expression is used to describe a state of completion or total relief. It implies that all tasks, duties, or struggles are finally over, leading to a period of rest, peace, and ultimate satisfaction. It is often used when a long-standing project or a series of chaotic events concludes successfully.

In the kingdom of the blind, the one-eyed man is king.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person with limited or mediocre abilities is considered superior or exceptional because everyone else in that environment is completely unskilled or lacks knowledge. It highlights how competence is relative to the group one is in.

The kingdom is meant to be enjoyed by the brave.

This expression is used to signify that power, success, or the fruits of a kingdom belong to those who are courageous and bold enough to win or defend them. It emphasizes that fortune favors the brave and that one must possess strength and valor to attain high positions.