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This expression is used to describe a situation where getting involved with certain types of people or commitments leads to irreversible consequences or self-destruction. Historically, it refers to the strict and uncompromising nature of the Lingayats (Lingadharulu), implying that once you are associated with them, there is no turning back, much like the finality of jumping into a deep river like the Ganges.

This expression means that unless you express your needs, desires, or grievances, nobody will help you or fulfill them. It is used to encourage someone to speak up for themselves, highlighting that even a deity doesn't receive prayers or rituals if they remain passive or if the devotee doesn't take the initiative to ask.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to weather prediction. A rainbow in the east occurs when the sun is in the west (evening), signifying the end of rain and approaching dry weather, making marshy lands safe for cattle. A rainbow in the west occurs when the sun is in the east (morning), signaling heavy incoming rain, requiring cattle to be moved to high, rocky ground to avoid floods.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone quietly finishes their personal work or gains a selfish advantage while everyone else is busy or distracted by a large event or chaos. It is similar to 'making hay while the sun shines' but often implies taking advantage of a busy situation to slip in one's own agenda.

This proverb is used sarcastically to describe a situation where someone's advice or prediction was ignored, leading to a public failure or an embarrassing outcome. It highlights the irony of being 'proven right' only after a disaster has occurred, where the 'satisfaction' of being right is overshadowed by the mockery or laughter of the crowd.

This expression refers to a person who tries to take advantage of a chaotic or crowded situation for their own benefit, often by acting unnoticed or slipping away. It is used to describe opportunistic behavior during a distraction or bustle.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where instead of receiving hospitality or kindness, one is met with aggression or harsh treatment. It refers to dealing with stubborn or difficult people where the expected outcome is conflict rather than cooperation. It is often applied when describing a chaotic or violent environment where common sense or courtesy is absent.

This proverb is used to describe an invitation or a situation that imposes more burdens and conditions than benefits. It mocks a scenario where someone 'invites' you to a benefit, but the preparation and requirements they demand of you are so exhausting and ridiculous that the invitation becomes a hassle rather than a favor.

This proverb emphasizes that a person's character, virtues, and behavior are far more significant than their social status, lineage, or the community they were born into. It is used to advocate for meritocracy and moral integrity over inherited identity.

This proverb suggests that in the practical world, a person's financial status and prosperity are often given more importance and respect than their family background or caste. It is used to highlight the power of wealth in social standings.