సిగ్గు విడిస్తే రాయలకూడు, తిరుపతికి పోతే బోడితల.

This proverb suggests that if one abandons the root cause of an attachment, desire, or investment, the associated anxieties and troubles disappear. It is often used to describe a situation where letting go of the primary asset or ego brings immediate peace of mind.

This proverb describes a situation where someone is unfairly singled out as a scapegoat to resolve a larger problem or to satisfy a ritualistic requirement. It refers to a person being sacrificed or humiliated (symbolized by shaving the head) for the supposed well-being of the community, often highlighting the absurdity of the solution or the innocence of the victim.

This expression highlights how changes in social status or spiritual identity are often defined by what a person renounces. It describes the traditional path of detachment, where giving up personal attachments or worldly responsibilities leads to a different way of life, such as that of a wandering minstrel or a monk.

This expression is used to describe an unfortunate situation where something bad or inconvenient happens the moment you step out or take a risk. It is often used to describe bad timing or a stroke of ill luck where a person's absence or departure triggers a problem.

This proverb describes the stages of detachment or shamelessness. In a spiritual context, it suggests that giving up worldly ego (shame) leads to a sacred state (Srirangam). In a worldly context, it is often used sarcastically to mean that once a person loses their sense of shame or social inhibitions, they can go to any extent, eventually losing their dignity entirely (symbolized by the shaved head of an ascetic or a social outcast).

This proverb describes a situation where the head of the family (husband) is away or has abandoned responsibilities (symbolized by going to the pilgrimage site Tirupati), while the wife manages the household by taking debts or relying on social standing (credit). It is used to mock families that maintain an outward show of status while being financially unstable or lacking internal coordination.

This expression refers to a person who is exceptionally clever, cunning, or a master manipulator. It describes someone who can perform the impossible or create a connection/conflict between people where no basis (like hair for a knot) exists. It is often used to describe a person who can fix things through sheer wit or, conversely, someone who creates mischief between parties.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone tries to link two completely unrelated things or people. It highlights an illogical connection, a far-fetched argument, or a forced relationship that makes no sense.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone tries to link or compare two completely unrelated or illogical things. It highlights a lack of common sense or the absurdity of making a connection where none exists.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone gives unsolicited advice that is difficult to follow, or when a promise or task is constantly delayed and remains unfulfilled. It signifies something that is long-pending or a suggestion that is easier said than done, much like a long-awaited trip to fulfill a religious vow.