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Describes the natural absorption of qualities through contact, such as how water absorbs fragrance, oil from sesame, etc. A metaphorical insight into ...
Philosophical reflection on how the same water may become poison or nectar, suggesting that realization of its essence depends on perspective and cont...
A list of actions like self-service and care routines that, if done personally, are said to reduce lifespan and wealth, warning against overexertion.
States that food kneaded without washing hands and face is impure, highlighting ancient cleanliness rules and symbolic purity in food handling.
Ignoring the wise counsel of trusted advisors out of arrogance leads to opposite outcomes; thus, regret is fruitless once consequences occur.
Highlights the chain of trust and how even deeply guarded secrets can leak through extended circles, cautioning against over-sharing.
A trusted person committed to the lineage of wise ones should protect confidential information; failure to do so breaks the chain of wisdom.
A wicked person, even at the cost of self-destruction, may cause harm to others, like a demon dancing into death; selfishness is that intense.
Holy Ganga water, though purifying, is rendered ineffective in impure vessels like a wine pot, symbolizing how purity is lost in wrong environments.
A poetic description of a bird longing for rain, scorched by the sun and burdened by worries, waiting for a divine cloud (compassion or grace).
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