తలుపుపెట్టి చెబుతుంటే కొలువుపెట్టి అడుగుతారు

This proverb describes a person who was leading a simple, manageable life but out of greed or restlessness, takes on a much more complex and difficult task that eventually leads to their downfall. It is used when someone unnecessarily complicates their life by trying to do more than they can handle.

This proverb implies that the state or management of a household reflects the character, habits, and diligence of the person in charge of it. Just as a clean house indicates a disciplined homemaker, any outcome reflects the effort put in by its creator.

This expression is used to describe a place or situation where there is no discipline, order, or decorum. It typically refers to a chaotic environment where everyone talks at once or where the rules are constantly ignored, much like a disorganized royal court.

A worrying fellow, of whom it is said that when his followers were behind him, he abused them for treating him as their ( Pariah ) guide ; when they went before him, he accused them of acting as if they were his superiors ; and when they travelled at each side of his palankin, he repri- manded them for daring to place themselves on an equality with himself.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone prioritizes an outsider or a distant relative over their own family, only to end up losing everything. It highlights the folly of misplaced priorities and the resulting regret when a primary responsibility is neglected for a secondary one.

This expression refers to the value of food or charity. It implies that feeding a living being—whether productive (like a cow that gives milk) or non-productive (a barren one)—is never a waste and always results in merit or satisfaction. It is often used to encourage generosity without over-calculating the utility of the recipient.

This expression describes a situation where a conflict, tantrum, or serious issue is temporarily resolved or silenced using trivial gifts or small distractions rather than addressing the root cause. It is similar to the English concept of 'placating' someone with treats to stop them from bothering you.

This traditional proverb suggests that certain tasks or service roles are inherently difficult or unrewarding. Serving a white horse is considered difficult because any speck of dirt is easily visible, requiring constant cleaning. Similarly, the proverb historically implies that serving a scholarly or meticulous master (metaphorically represented by a Brahmin) requires excessive attention to detail and purity, making the work never-ending and difficult to satisfy.

This proverb suggests that the prosperity, cleanliness, and overall atmosphere of a home reflect the character, management, and hard work of the woman of the house. It is used to emphasize the importance of a woman's role in maintaining the dignity and harmony of a household.

This proverb is used to describe a person who is so optimistic, naive, or desperate that they misinterpret ill-treatment or abuse as an honor or a benefit. It highlights a lack of self-respect or a delusional perspective on a negative situation.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone acts with complete transparency, openness, or directness. It refers to conducting affairs in a way that is visible and clear to the opponent or the public, leaving no room for hidden agendas or secret tactics.