స్వాతికొంగ, పంటకాపు నీళ్ళున్న చోటే ఉంటారు.

This is a traditional proverb reflecting historical social dynamics. It suggests that just as cranes ruin the tree they inhabit with their droppings and noise, a village dominated by certain aggressive or powerful groups can become inhospitable or ruinous for others. It is used to describe an environment that has become difficult to live in due to the nature of its residents.

This expression is used to describe how people naturally flock to places or individuals where there is wealth, benefit, or some advantage. It implies that followers or opportunists gather around someone as long as they have resources to offer, similar to the English proverb 'Honey catches more flies than vinegar' or generally describing opportunistic behavior.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone is extremely slow, sluggish, or stuck in one place. Just as castor oil makes a surface sticky and difficult to move on, it refers to a person who lacks speed or progress in their actions.

This proverb suggests that opportunities, wealth, or help naturally gravitate toward those who are humble or those who have a genuine need. It is often used to imply that benefits flow to the deserving and well-prepared, or that good things settle where there is a receptive and grounded environment.

Truth will out at last.

This proverb highlights that for someone who is hardworking or in a busy environment, there is never a shortage of work. It is used to suggest that if one is truly looking for employment or something to do, there are always tasks available—even seemingly impossible or trivial ones—provided one is willing to look in the right places.

This proverb is used to mock someone who is hesitant or fearful of a small, minor challenge. It suggests that if a person cannot handle a trivial difficulty, they will never be able to manage much larger responsibilities or hardships.

This expression describes an action that is swift, decisive, and overwhelming. It is used when a powerful force or a highly skilled person easily overcomes a large group of weaker opponents, much like how a single bird of prey (hawk/falcon) can scatter and dominate a large flock of cranes.

This proverb highlights how resources or environments are utilized differently based on necessity. Just as a muddy area serves as a resting spot for cattle, a farmer uses a deep, concealed pit (pathara) to safely store and preserve harvested grain from pests and theft. It refers to the resourcefulness of rural life and the importance of secure storage for one's livelihood.

Kathera refers to the 'Karthika' period or specifically the peak summer (Agni Nakshatram) where heat is intense. This proverb highlights the traditional agricultural belief that if it rains during this specific period, it is highly auspicious for the soil and will lead to a bumper crop, as valuable as gold.

This expression is used to describe a situation where a single powerful, swift, or skilled individual easily scatters or dominates a large but weaker group. It signifies overwhelming power, efficiency, and a one-sided encounter.

Svātikonga is a kind of crane which emigrates in Svāti, the 15th lunar mansion. Sāḷuva is a hawk used in hunting.