వాడవదినెకేల వావి వర్తనములు?

This expression emphasizes that when a person lives a life of integrity and follows ethical principles (Neeti), fame and reputation (Keerthi) will naturally follow them without any extra effort, just as a shadow follows an object. It is used to teach that one should focus on their character rather than chasing popularity.

This proverb describes a relationship that is exceptionally strong, unbreakable, and enduring, much like a solid stone. In a cultural context, it refers to the deep-rooted and permanent nature of certain familial or social bonds that cannot be easily severed.

This expression is used to describe a situation where sophisticated knowledge, wisdom, or valuable items are wasted on someone who lacks the intelligence, capacity, or character to appreciate or understand them. It is similar to the English proverb 'casting pearls before swine'.

This expression is often used to convey that worldly life or human behavior is superficial and deceptive. It implies that people's actions are often just 'acts' (dramas) and that youth or external beauty is fleeting and pretentious rather than reflecting a deeper truth.

This expression is used to emphasize the importance of maintaining social and familial boundaries. It warns that violating the sanctity of relationships (especially incestuous or socially unacceptable behavior regarding elders and relatives) leads to moral degradation and social downfall.

This proverb highlights how people tend to take liberties with those who lack social or financial standing. Just as a 'Vadina' (sister-in-law) is someone one can joke with or command in a traditional family, a poor person's family is often treated with a lack of respect or boundaries by everyone in society because they lack the power to protest.

This expression is used to describe a person who makes big claims or lofty promises without any real substance or capital. It refers to someone who 'deals in thin air,' often used for people who exaggerate their business prospects or build 'castles in the air.'

This expression, often found in classical Telugu literature (like the Ramayana), signifies that a devoted wife follows the path, values, and lifestyle of her husband. In a modern context, it refers to the traditional idea of harmony in marriage where a wife supports and aligns with her husband's life choices.

This proverb describes a situation where a person is weak, foolish, or lacks the authority to protect their own interests or family. Because the husband is a fool, the neighbors or community members do not respect his boundaries and treat his wife with over-familiarity or lack of respect, taking undue liberties. It is used to highlight how a lack of personal strength or character leads to others taking advantage of one's household.

This proverb illustrates how people in power or those with higher social status often take liberties with or lack respect for those who are vulnerable or lack protection. It suggests that when someone is poor or weak, everyone feels entitled to treat them with over-familiarity or disregard their dignity.