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This proverb is used to describe a person who is indecisive or lacks the courage to stand by the truth. It refers to someone who makes excuses or seeks a way to escape when asked to fulfill a responsibility or take a firm stand, often by claiming they need to consult someone else for a trivial reason.

This proverb is used to describe a person who is incredibly clumsy, foolish, or lacks basic common sense. It refers to a situation where someone is asked to perform a simple task but ends up ruining it completely or causing a mess due to their incompetence.

This expression conveys faith in divine providence. It suggests that the Creator who brought a soul into this world will surely provide the necessary means for its survival. It is used to offer comfort or express confidence during times of financial struggle or uncertainty about the future.

The Creator provides suitable food for all his creatures ; the benefactors of others need not therefore be proud.

This expression is used to describe a state of extreme happiness or excitement. It is commonly used when someone receives good news or achieves a significant milestone, implying they are so joyful that they are literally or figuratively jumping.

This expression refers to a blind or superficial infatuation that is driven solely by physical attraction or base desires rather than genuine love or commitment. It is often used to describe a temporary, self-destructive obsession that lacks depth or long-term value.

This expression is used to describe the temporary nature of excitement or obsession with new things or relationships. It suggests that the initial craze (infatuation) fades quickly, while even deeper desires have a limited shelf life before they lose their intensity.

This expression suggests that if the origin or base of something (like a family or a plan) is flawed or immoral, then one's reputation and dignity will inevitably be lost. It is used to emphasize that a strong character and good beginnings are essential for lasting respect.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a group of people's reaction or facial expressions reveal their shared disappointment or dissatisfaction without them having to say a word. It specifically refers to how people react when they are offered something poor or mediocre (like plain porridge) instead of a feast.

This expression suggests that the outward appearance or basic infrastructure of a place reflects its overall condition and the well-being of its inhabitants. In a broader sense, it means that first impressions or small details can reveal the internal state of a person, family, or organization.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a bargain or deal is so poor or delayed that it ends up benefiting the subject rather than the parties involved. In the context of a cobbler (godari) bargaining for a dying animal, if the negotiation takes too long, the animal might die naturally or be spared, resulting in no deal. It refers to unproductive negotiations or stingy behavior that results in a loss of opportunity.