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Living with unpleasant people, separation from loved ones, and forced union with the unworthy are deep sufferings of long life.
Even those burdened by harshness must act; true strength lies in overcoming the root causes of suffering.
Even the unliked can be beneficial—wise advice from elders may feel harsh but leads to wellbeing.
A man should never coerce a woman who is ill, unwilling, menstruating, or observing vows—emphasizing ethical and respectful intimacy.
Stones float, humans defeat demons, monkeys perform great deeds—such are the crooked ways of time. This verse reflects the irony and unpredictability ...
One should not enter deep waters without caution, nor board a doubtful boat, nor attempt to cross a river using just arms. A cautionary verse emphasiz...
Offering to the unworthy, money not given to the needy, youth not restrained, and learning without humility—all are fruitless.
Even a fruitless tree offers cool shade. Similarly, even a flawed relative is better than a stranger.
A wise person does not begin tasks that are fruitless, impossible, or ruinously expensive.
Love creates bonds even with strangers, and lack of understanding can erode ties even among kin.
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