విస్సన్న చెప్పినది వేదము.

vissanna cheppinadi vedamu.

Translation

What Vissanna says is the Veda.

Meaning

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone's word is considered final or unquestionable, often due to their authority, influence, or the blind faith others have in them. It implies that regardless of whether the statement is actually true or logical, it is accepted as absolute truth, much like the sacred Vedas.

Notes

All that he says is law.

Related Phrases

The more you tell, the more deaf they become.

This expression is used to describe someone who becomes increasingly stubborn, unresponsive, or indifferent as they are repeatedly advised or corrected. It implies that constant nagging or instruction is being ignored as if the listener has lost their hearing.

Like allotting glebe land in the Penna. A doubtful benefit.

This proverb refers to claiming something that is unstable, temporary, or bound to disappear. The Penna river is known for its shifting sands and flash floods; claiming a 'Maanyam' (tax-free land) in its bed is futile because the river can wash it away at any moment. It is used to describe unreliable promises or investments in highly volatile situations.

What Vissanna says is the Veda

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person's words are accepted blindly or as absolute truth, usually due to their authority, power, or influence, regardless of whether they are actually right or wrong. It highlights unquestioned authority or a situation where one person's opinion dominates everyone else.

Advice given [ will be forgotten ]; and stale food tied up [ in a bundle ] will not keep. Advice whispered in the ear is worth a jeer.

This proverb suggests that wisdom or advice provided by others is often temporary and easily forgotten, much like packed food that eventually runs out or spoils. It emphasizes that true realization and lasting change must come from within oneself rather than relying on external instructions.

Neither a word whispered in the ear nor a word shouted aloud will be worthy of listening.

This expression suggests that communication lacks credibility or value when it is done in extremes. Whispering implies secrecy or manipulation, while shouting implies force or lack of reason. It is used to emphasize that truth and wisdom are best shared through open, calm, and moderate dialogue.

Whether you have wealth or your sandals are torn, kinship cannot be avoided.

This proverb highlights that family relationships and kinship obligations remain constant regardless of one's financial status. Whether a person is wealthy (symbolized by having possessions) or poor (symbolized by torn footwear), they must still maintain their social and familial ties.

What he says is Vashishtha's dictum.

In Hindu mythology, Sage Vasistha is known for his truthfulness and wisdom. This expression is used to describe a statement that is considered absolutely true, indisputable, or final. It is used when someone's words are taken as the ultimate authority or gospel truth.

Lies are better than backbiting.

This expression is used to suggest that it is better to hear something blunt or even incorrect rather than being given false promises or misleading information that is never fulfilled. It emphasizes the frustration of broken commitments.

Muradanna's doubt is cleared. Said of a man who while wavering and doubting about some undertak- ing is forestalled by another.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone is habitually skeptical or always raising doubts. It implies that if a specific person (metaphorically 'Muradanna') has a doubt, it is certain that they will find something to be suspicious about, regardless of the facts. It is used to mock chronic overthinking or unnecessary skepticism.

One should buy land that is exactly as described.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of verifying facts and ensuring transparency in transactions. It suggests that if someone describes a piece of land to be a certain way, it must be acquired only if it matches that description exactly, warning against deceptive marketing or hidden flaws in deals.