వసుదేవుడు వెళ్ళి గాడిద కాళ్ళు పట్టుకున్నాడట

This expression is used to describe someone who goes on a long, arduous, or expensive journey only to return with something useless or non-existent. It mocks futile efforts or the act of bringing back something completely irrelevant after a significant undertaking.

This proverb suggests that instead of trying to influence or persuade intermediaries or witnesses, it is more effective and straightforward to deal directly with the primary person involved in a dispute. It emphasizes that reaching an agreement with the opponent is easier than managing those who are merely testifying.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone puts in a massive amount of effort or travels a long distance only to return with something useless, non-existent, or disappointing. Since donkeys do not lay eggs, it highlights the futility and absurdity of a wasted journey or endeavor.

An absurd exploit. * Chi bestia va à Roma bestin retorna.

This expression describes a person's hypocritical or cowardly behavior where they behave aggressively or disrespectfully in public, but act submissive or apologetic in private. It refers to a situation where someone harms another person and later tries to please them for selfish reasons or out of fear.

This expression is used to describe a situation where even a great, powerful, or dignified person has to humble themselves or seek help from someone inferior or unworthy to overcome a crisis or achieve a vital goal. It originates from the story of Vasudeva (Lord Krishna's father) crossing the Yamuna river, signifying that necessity knows no pride.

This expression is used to describe a person who, in a state of absolute desperation or helplessness, seeks assistance from someone completely insignificant, unworthy, or incapable of helping. It highlights the irony and humiliation of being forced to rely on the lowest possible means when one has no other choice.

This expression is used to describe a situation where, due to bad luck or extreme adversity, even a person of great status or power must humble themselves and seek help from someone insignificant or unworthy. It refers to the legend where Vasudeva, to save baby Krishna, had to humble himself before a donkey to prevent it from braying and alerting guards.

This expression refers to a situation where a person of high stature or capability is forced by desperate circumstances to seek help from someone much inferior or unworthy. It originates from the story of Krishna's birth, where his father Vasudeva, in a moment of extreme crisis, had to humble himself to ensure safety. It is used to describe doing whatever is necessary, even if it feels demeaning, to overcome a difficult obstacle.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone, in an attempt to escape one problem or danger, seeks help from an even worse or more unreliable source. It highlights the foolishness of choosing a remedy that is as bad as or worse than the original trouble.

This proverb suggests that when a person is in a difficult situation or facing bad times, they might have to humble themselves or seek help from someone they normally look down upon to get their work done. It emphasizes the importance of pragmatism and patience over pride during adversity.