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This expression advises that when a sudden, uncontrollable disaster or intense conflict arises, the wisest course of action is to temporarily withdraw or stay out of the way to protect oneself. It emphasizes self-preservation and common sense over trying to confront a force that is beyond one's control.

This proverb is used to point out that minor obstacles or petty attempts to sabotage a major event cannot stop the inevitable or something of great significance. In traditional weddings, a grinding stone is used for certain rituals; hiding it might cause a small delay, but it won't cancel the marriage itself. It is a metaphor for how trivial interference cannot hinder progress.

This proverb is used to describe an extremely fragile situation or a person who couldn't handle a small problem and is now facing an even bigger one. It suggests that if something couldn't survive a minor pressure (a cough), it certainly won't survive a greater force (a sneeze).

This proverb emphasizes the importance of choosing the right environment and company. If you stay in a place or situation that is inappropriate for your character or social standing, you will inevitably face numerous false accusations or damage to your reputation, even if you have done nothing wrong.

This proverb is used to emphasize that borrowed money or resources are not a permanent or reliable solution for immediate, basic needs. Just as one cannot rely on the uncertainty of getting a loan when they are starving, one should focus on self-reliance and earning their own living rather than depending on others for essential survival.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone tries to stop a powerful or inevitable force with a puny or insignificant effort. It highlights the futility of attempting to block a major event or a trend with inadequate means.

This expression is used to describe a period of extreme adversity, crisis, or misfortune affecting an entire society or region. It suggests that both the times (destiny) and the land are undergoing severe trials, often used in literary or dramatic contexts to lament widespread suffering, political instability, or natural calamities.

This expression is used to signify that ignorance, fear, or evil will instantly vanish when confronted with knowledge, truth, or a powerful personality. Just as darkness cannot coexist with sunlight, small problems or negative forces cannot withstand the presence of great light or wisdom.

This expression emphasizes the permanence and importance of keeping one's promises. While time moves forward and situations change, the words you have spoken and the commitments you have made will be remembered and will define your character long after the moment has passed.

This proverb signifies the unpredictable nature of fortune and time. It means that a wealthy person can become poor and a poor person can become wealthy; nothing in life is permanent. It is used to advise humility during success and hope during adversity.