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With noble people, relationships begin gently, grow balanced, and end in deep affection—an ideal of enduring friendship.
But with the wicked, relationships start attractively, lose charm midway, and end in enmity—a warning about deceptive allure.
A sow appears humble in the beginning, then rises arrogantly—finally yielding insignificant fruit. A metaphor for flattery leading to betrayal.
Only those who understand the full depth of dharma—its roots, contradictions, applications, and nuances—are true protectors of the Veda.
The etiquette of greeting, expressing hope, praise of good speech, and appreciation of poetry—formal structure of courtly conversation.
Like a merchant, a man is humble at first, harsh during work, and humble again after profit—likened to a vulgar cycle of manipulation.
Initially humble, later crooked, dedicated only to their own agendas, and in the end, treacherous—such are Kānva Brahmins, depicted here metaphoricall...
Love should not be initiated with those who are not affectionate; if given, it needs daily nurturing. Like hurling an object upward brings shame in it...
She neither desires nor rejects the tale of love initially—modestly reluctant. Later, she sheds inhibition, becoming expressive with various moods. Un...
The tree begins decorated with leaves, then flowered, then fruit-laden with sweet juice—but fate tosses it around like an intoxicated elephant. The Ma...
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