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One who feels insulted even when a sinful man says, “I offer you food and clothing,” is regarded as lowly. It criticizes false pride that rejects help...
Whether eating, drinking, walking, sleeping, or standing, just reflect once a day—your time in this body is limited. A call for daily mindfulness of m...
Stone is shaped by iron and iron by stone; just as fruits deal with fruits, one should deal with barbarians through their own kind. A pragmatic take o...
If the Ashmataka tree is on the left and jujube or a snake’s pit is seen, dig with six tools facing north; with three men, you’ll find water. An ancie...
Stones and metals can decay with time, but not the wealth of Brahmins. It is considered indestructible and protected by divine sanction.
One with a heart harder than stone who tests virtues should also enjoy being tested like gold in fire. A critique of hypocritical judgment.
Offerings, donations, austerities done without faith are called “asat”—false. They have no value here or after death. A teaching from the Bhagavad Git...
Where there is lack of faith, confusion arises, followed by mental pain and attachment to unworthy pleasures. Faithless minds fall into delusion.
Do not speak things that lack faith, even if true—like the monkeys singing and stones floating. A poetic nod to the Ramayana and faith's power.
The lover unties the garment clinging to firm breasts through strained effort, loosens her braid with his nails while stepping up on a seat—it describ...
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