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This proverb emphasizes commitment and scale. It suggests that if you decide to do something, you should do it fully and effectively rather than doing a half-hearted job. It is used to encourage someone to go all out or to describe a situation where something happened in an impactful way.

This is an agricultural proverb related to the rain cycles (Karti). It suggests that rainfall during the 'Chitta Karte' (a specific lunar mansion/period usually in late September or October) is crucial and highly beneficial for the yield of tamarind trees and overall crop prosperity.

This is a popular Telugu agricultural proverb highlighting the importance of the Swati Karthe (a specific period in the lunar calendar). It suggests that the rainfall during this period is so auspicious and beneficial for agriculture that even barren or stony lands (symbolized by a flat rock) will become fertile and productive.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the monsoon cycle. It suggests that rainfall during the Swati Karthe (usually in October) is a positive indicator that ensures continued moisture and rainfall for the subsequent three seasonal periods (Vishakha, Anuradha, and Jyeshta), which is vital for the late-season crops.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb from Andhra Pradesh. It specifies the ideal number of times a field should be ploughed for specific crops to ensure a good harvest. It highlights the importance of soil preparation, suggesting that cotton requires more intensive tilling (ten times) compared to sorghum (seven times).

This is an agricultural proverb. Rain during the Swati Karti (usually occurring in October) is often heavy and accompanied by strong winds or cyclones. While rain is generally good, rain during this specific period can destroy standing crops like paddy that are ready for harvest, hence causing fear among farmers regarding their livelihood.

This proverb emphasizes the principle of cause and effect, similar to 'you reap what you sow.' It is used to explain that one cannot expect great results or specific outcomes without putting in the appropriate effort or the right resources. It highlights that actions have specific consequences and you cannot get something different from what you started with.

This is a paradoxical wish or a humorous proverb used to describe an impossible or overly greedy expectation. It refers to a situation where someone wants to enjoy the benefits of a resource (having healthy, well-fed children) without actually spending or exhausting the resource (the oil/money). It is often used to critique stinginess or unrealistic desires where one wants to have their cake and eat it too.

This expression emphasizes that the fertility and beauty of the earth depend entirely on rainfall. It is used to highlight the importance of agriculture and nature's cycle, implying that prosperity (represented by the green earth) is only possible when there is sufficient rain.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb referring to the 'Ashwini Karti' period (usually mid-April). It suggests that rainfall during this specific time is detrimental to crops that are ready for harvest or in specific growth stages, leading to significant financial loss for farmers.