స్వర్ణకలశంతో ఆవాహన, మట్టికలశంతో ఉద్వాసన

This proverb highlights the seasonal changes in appetite and dietary needs according to the Indian lunar calendar. In the cool month of Kartika, one craves warm, bitter greens (kalasaka) to balance the body, whereas in the hot month of Vaisakha, one craves cooling, sour, or fermented porridges (pulakasha) to stay hydrated and cool. It reflects ancient wisdom regarding seasonal eating habits (Ritucharya).

This expression suggests that the level of one's defense or preparation should be proportional to the level of perceived threat or anxiety. It is used to advise someone to take adequate precautions based on the risks they foresee.

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 proverb is used to describe an extremely lazy, sluggish, or unresponsive person. Just as a heavy rainfall cannot move a massive, stationary hill, no amount of motivation, pressure, or change in circumstances can make a fundamentally idle person act or change their ways.

This proverb is used to mock someone who possesses great theoretical knowledge or wisdom but lacks common sense or basic practical discipline. It highlights the irony of a learned person behaving in an uncivilized, improper, or uneducated manner despite their high status or education.

This proverb highlights the importance of resourcefulness and cleverness. It implies that a person who lacks the wit to find a solution or a way out of a difficult situation will eventually suffer or perish, even when options might be available. It is used to mock someone's lack of practical intelligence in solving problems.

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.

This expression refers to a state of complete indifference or lack of formal procedure. It is used to describe someone who doesn't follow any rules, doesn't start or finish tasks properly, or remains totally unbothered and detached regardless of the situation or guests arriving/leaving.

This expression refers to using the right resources for the right purpose. Just as fine rice is preferred for plain eating while thicker/coarser rice is better suited for dishes like Pulihora (tamarind rice) to maintain texture, it implies that every person or object has a specific situation where they excel or are most appropriate.

This proverb is used to describe the concept of inherent limitations or missing qualities even in things that are otherwise perfect or highly valuable. It suggests that nothing in the world is absolutely perfect in every single aspect, or that certain things have specific functions and should not be expected to possess unrelated attributes.