రామాయణంలో భీముడెందుకు లేడు అన్నాడట?

ramayanamlo bhimudenduku ledu annadata?

Translation

He asked why Bhima is not in the Ramayana.

Meaning

This expression is used to mock someone's profound ignorance or lack of basic understanding after they have been given a full explanation. It refers to a situation where a person listens to an entire discourse (like the Ramayana) but still asks a question that shows they haven't understood even the basic premise (that Bhima belongs to the Mahabharata, not the Ramayana).

Related Phrases

Sustained by food, dependent on life. Said of the body.

This expression highlights the fundamental importance of food for survival. It conveys that food is the essence of life and that all living beings depend on it to exist. It is often used to remind people of the sacredness of food and the necessity of basic sustenance before pursuing higher spiritual or intellectual goals.

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.

After listening to the entire Ramayana, he asked how Rama was related to Sita.

This proverb is used to describe a person who remains ignorant or asks a basic, fundamental question even after a long and detailed explanation. It highlights a lack of attention or total lack of comprehension during an event or discussion.

Rama's story for the world's pleasure / Worldly gossip

While literally referring to the story of Rama that delights the world, in common usage it refers to casual conversation, idle talk, or endless gossip about worldly matters and people's lives. It is often used to describe social chitchat or passing time by talking about various random topics.

Is it Ramayana without Rama?

This expression is used to describe a situation, event, or discussion where the most essential person or core element is missing. Just as the epic Ramayana cannot exist without its protagonist Rama, this rhetorical question highlights the absurdity of an endeavor that lacks its central figure or primary purpose.

Like saying " Take the gun and shoot" when there is no powder and no ball.

This expression describes a situation where someone is asked to perform a task or achieve a result without being provided with the necessary tools, resources, or basic requirements. It highlights the absurdity of expecting an outcome when the fundamental means to achieve it are missing.

Why climb a cubit just to sink a fathom?

This proverb is used to criticize actions that lead to temporary success followed by a much greater downfall. It advises against pursuing short-term gains or prideful actions that ultimately result in a significant loss or humiliation. It is similar to the idea of taking one step forward and two steps back.

After listening to the whole Ramayana, asking if Hanuman has a tail

This expression is used to describe someone who, after being given a detailed explanation or listening to a long story, asks a very basic or foolish question that reveals they didn't understand the core essence at all. It highlights a complete lack of attention or comprehension.

If my husband had masculinity, why would I need the neighbor's company?

This is a bold proverb used to describe a situation where someone seeks external help or a substitute only because the person who is supposed to be responsible or capable is failing to fulfill their duty. It highlights that if one's own resources or people were effective, there would be no need to depend on outsiders.

Hunting for dung cakes during the Ramayana.

This expression is used to describe an irrelevant, trivial, or petty interruption during a grand or important event. It highlights the absurdity of focusing on insignificant matters when something significant or sacred is taking place.