తన కోపమె తన శత్రువు తన శాంతమె తనకు రక్ష.

This expression is used to describe a person who examines something with extreme, often excessive, detail. It refers to a rigorous or pedantic scrutiny where one looks for even the smallest flaws or nuances, similar to the English idiom 'hair-splitting'.

Applied to a very minute enquiry.

This proverb expresses the deep sense of comfort, security, and absolute happiness a woman feels at her parents' house. It implies that for a person, their roots or original home is the most peaceful and sacred place on earth, comparable to the celestial abode of Lord Shiva.

This is a popular proverb from Vemana Satakam emphasizing self-control. It means that an individual's inability to control their anger causes them more harm than any external enemy ever could. It is used to advise someone to stay calm and realize that outbursts of rage only lead to personal loss and damaged relationships.

This expression describes the natural human tendency to react differently based on the person encountered. It implies that our internal state—whether aggressive or calm—is often a reflection of the company we keep or the character of the person standing before us. It is used to suggest that one should strive for emotional balance or to describe how someone's demeanor shifts instantly depending on their surroundings.

This expression is used to assert independence and self-reliance. It implies that if a person is self-sufficient, works hard for their own livelihood, and does not depend on others for basic needs like food or clothing, they do not need to worry about societal criticism or be intimidated by others' opinions.

This expression emphasizes self-reliance and the reality that one cannot depend on or claim ownership over the wealth or success of relatives. Even if one's family or kin are extremely rich, an individual only truly owns what they have earned or what is personally theirs. It is used to caution against relying solely on the support of others.

This expression describes a state of extreme guilt, paranoia, or fear where a person is haunted by their own actions. It suggests that when someone has a guilty conscience or is deeply afraid, even their own shadow appears like a threatening spirit, meaning they cannot escape their own mind.

This proverb emphasizes that a person's reputation and status (glory) are directly tied to their conduct and character. If one deviates from their values or loses their integrity, their social standing and respect will naturally decline. It is used to advise someone to maintain their standards to preserve their dignity.

This is a sarcastic expression used to describe a person who claims they are not angry, even though they have clearly lost their temper and exhausted all their patience. It is often used to mock someone who is visibly furious but tries to deny their emotional state.

This is a popular Telugu folk saying or superstition regarding weather patterns. It suggests that if it starts raining on a Saturday, it is likely to continue incessantly for an entire week and only cease on the following Saturday. It is used to describe persistent or unending rain.