స్థిరాస్తి ఆయన, చరాస్తి ఆయన గుడ్డలు

This proverb emphasizes the power of effort and spiritual practice. 'Krishitho nasti durbhiksham' means that through diligent work and labor, poverty or famine can be eliminated. 'Japatho nasti pathakam' suggests that constant prayer or meditation can help one overcome or cleanse their sins. It is used to encourage industriousness and spiritual discipline.

This expression is used to describe a person who habitually says 'no' or 'nothing' whenever they are asked for something. It is a sarcastic way to refer to a stingy or uncooperative person who refuses to help or share by claiming they have nothing to give.

This expression is used to describe a forced, far-fetched, or imaginary connection between two unrelated things or people. It refers to an illogical attempt to establish a relationship where none naturally exists.

This expression is used to describe a situation where one remains neutral or indifferent to both sides of a conflict. It implies that the outcome—whether a 'hero' (Raghav) wins or a 'villain' (Ravan) wins—does not matter to the speaker, as they wish to stay out of the matter entirely or believe that both outcomes lead to the same end for them.

This is a satirical or humorous saying used to describe a situation where discipline and rules are completely ignored because the person in charge is incompetent or indifferent. Just as one doesn't worry about grammar mistakes around an unlearned teacher like 'Appalacharya', people stop caring about traditions or ethics when they are already committing blatant improprieties.

This proverb emphasizes the virtue of charity and the importance of helping those in need. It suggests that when a beggar or a person in distress seeks help, one should never flatly refuse or turn them away empty-handed if they have the means to give.

* Ledigeld is hongers moeder, en van diefte volle broeder. † Gud giver hver Fugl Sin Fode, men kaster den ei Reden til ham.

This proverb is used to describe opportunistic or selfish people who show great respect and devotion to someone only as long as they need a favor. Once their objective is achieved, they treat the same person with contempt or indifference.

This expression is used to describe a couple who are legally married but live separately or have no emotional or physical connection. It signifies a state of total estrangement or a complete lack of intimacy in a relationship.

This expression refers to a strategy of using both persuasion (friendly approach) and intimidation (threats) to get something done. It is equivalent to the English idiom 'by hook or by crook' or 'the carrot and the stick' approach.

This expression is used to describe a transaction or a ritualistic exchange where the formality is completed quickly and mutually. In a broader sense, it refers to a situation where something is given and something else is received immediately in return, leaving no further obligations or debts between the two parties.

Vâyanam is a gift of cakes, &c., to a Brahman. Taking as much as you give. To one who has a pie in the oven you may give a bit of your cake. (French.)