శిలాశాసనం, ఫలప్రదకం

shilashasanam, phalapradakam

Translation

An inscription on stone is profitable. Said of an honest man's word.

Meaning

The first part 'Shila Shasanam' refers to something permanent, unchangeable, and authoritative, like a decree carved in stone. The second part (often corrected to 'Phala Pradakam') implies that such a firm commitment or rule will inevitably yield a significant result or outcome. It is used to describe a promise or a rule that is absolute and will be fulfilled.

Related Phrases

Cost is low, benefit is high.

This expression is used to describe something that requires minimal effort or investment but yields significant results or rewards. It is often used in the context of effective solutions, spiritual practices, or smart investments where the value gained far exceeds the price paid.

Is this done wantonly or with an object ?

This expression is used to describe a state of uncertainty about the outcome of a situation. It suggests that one doesn't know if a result will be positive or negative, or if a specific action will lead to success or failure. It is often used when embarking on a risky venture or waiting for a result that is out of one's hands.

Small in price, but great in value.

This expression is used to describe something that requires very little investment or effort but yields great results or significant benefits. It is often used in the context of effective solutions, good deals, or simple virtues that provide immense value.

Like how circling a cow gives the same merit as circling the entire earth.

This proverb is used when a small, symbolic, or smart action yields the same significant results as a massive, laborious task. It highlights efficiency and the importance of intent over physical exertion.

If the dream bears fruit, the luck is ours.

This expression is used to signify that if one's aspirations or goals are successfully realized, it is a sign of great fortune. It is often used when a long-held ambition or a positive vision finally comes true, attributing the success to a blend of destiny and achievement.

A sesame seed of sin for each, a handful for everyone.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a group of people collectively share the responsibility or blame for a wrongdoing. It implies that even if an individual's contribution to a bad deed is small (like a sesame seed), when everyone participates, the collective sin becomes large, and everyone must bear their portion of the consequence.

An inscription on stone, and without expectation of results.

The phrase 'Shila-shasanam' (శిలాశాసనం) refers to a decree carved in stone, meaning it is permanent, unchangeable, and authoritative. While the user provided 'Gilashasanam', it is corrected to 'Shilashasanam'. It is used to describe a promise, rule, or word that is final and immutable. 'Phalapeksha rahitam' means doing a task without expecting anything in return.

If it were a gold medal, couldn't I sell it?

This expression is used sarcastically to retort when someone asks a redundant or silly question about an obvious situation, or when someone expects one to value something that is actually useless or a burden. It implies that if the object or situation in question actually had any value (like a gold medal), the speaker would have already benefited from it.

Dying and being ruined

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone has to put in an immense, exhausting amount of effort or struggle to complete a task. It is similar to the English idiom 'toil and moil' or 'with great difficulty'.

Leadership by a child and friendship with a villager.

This expression highlights situations that are likely to result in chaos, inefficiency, or unnecessary complications. 'Leadership by a child' refers to giving authority to someone immature or inexperienced, leading to poor decisions. 'Friendship with a villager' (in the context of this traditional proverb) implies dealing with someone who might be stubborn, narrow-minded, or lacking social grace. It is used to caution against placing responsibility in the wrong hands or entering into difficult associations.