సన్యాసం పుచ్చుకున్నా కావడి బరువు తప్పదట.

sanyasam puchchukunna kavadi baruvu tappadata.

Translation

Even after taking up monkhood, the weight of the shoulder-pole is unavoidable.

Meaning

This proverb suggests that no matter how much one tries to renounce responsibilities or change their lifestyle to escape hardships, some form of duty or physical struggle is inevitable. It is used when someone realizes that changing their situation hasn't freed them from basic labor or life's inherent burdens.

Related Phrases

Even after going to Kashi, the weight of the yoke remains.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person's problems, character, or burdens follow them no matter where they go or how far they travel. It emphasizes that a change of place does not necessarily result in a change of fortune or relief from responsibilities if the root cause remains within the person or their destiny.

I gave the offering, dear lady; I received the offering, dear lady.

This expression describes a situation where a task or ritual is performed purely for the sake of formality without any real impact, progress, or meaningful exchange. It is often used to mock someone who returns a favor or a debt immediately just to get it over with, or when something is given and taken back so quickly that the whole transaction becomes pointless.

Whatever the jump or startle, the weight of the pack remains.

This proverb means that no matter how much one tries to complain, dodge, or react to a situation, the fundamental responsibility or burden cannot be escaped. It is often used to describe situations where a person makes a lot of noise or shows reluctance, yet ultimately must complete the task assigned to them.

Even after taking up sanyasa (renunciation), the weight of the carrying pole did not leave.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone changes their profession or lifestyle to escape burdens, only to find that their responsibilities or hardships remain the same. It signifies that changing one's external status doesn't necessarily solve internal or inevitable problems.

When one took up asceticism to avoid family life, the burden of a donkey fell on them.

This proverb describes a situation where someone tries to escape their current responsibilities or problems only to end up with even more difficult or undesirable burdens. It is used when a person's attempt to seek a simpler, stress-free life results in unexpected and harder tasks.

A tree knows no drought, and a merchant knows no burden.

This proverb highlights the inherent resilience or nature of certain entities. A tree provides shade and fruit regardless of external conditions, and a savvy merchant (traditionally referred to as Komati) always finds a way to manage their trade or load without feeling the 'weight' or loss. It is used to describe situations where people are naturally equipped to handle specific hardships or roles.

One must bear the delivery of the pregnancy they caused themselves.

This proverb is used to convey that an individual must face and take responsibility for the consequences of their own actions, especially mistakes or wrongdoings. It emphasizes that there is no escape from the repercussions of one's own choices.

When I heard of the Râmâyana I did not know what it was, but [I find] it is the weight of a man.

This expression describes a person who completely misses the intellectual or spiritual essence of a subject and only notices its physical or superficial aspect. It is used to mock someone who shows ignorance despite being exposed to something profound or great.

Give honor, get honor.

This expression emphasizes the principle of reciprocity in social interactions. It means that if you want others to treat you with dignity and honor, you must first treat them with the same respect. It is commonly used as advice to maintain healthy relationships and personal reputation.

Credit in the shop is a burden on the head

This proverb highlights the stress and psychological weight of debt. Even if one can buy things on credit easily at a market, the obligation to repay it remains a constant mental burden. It is used to advise people against taking unnecessary loans or living beyond their means.