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आश्रयमाश्रयलिप्सुस् तुङ्गं सेवेत दुरधिरोहमपि।
विनिपतति यदि स तस्मात् तथाप्युपर्येव नीचानाम्॥

One seeking noble shelter should aim high—even if he falls, he’ll still be above the lowly. True aspiration uplifts, even in failure.

aspiration (22) humility (596) shelter (19) fall (63) dignity (146) wisdom (1611) elevation (28) ideals (6) perseverance (72) self-worth (35)

One’s greatness or smallness depends on whom they serve—like mighty elephants appearing small in a mirror.

dependence (24) perception (181) relative value (1) reflection (267) humility (596) ego (153) association (65) illusion (355) stature (3)

Hope placed in the wicked leads to ruin—just as offerings to fire are wasted if turned to ash.

wickedness (75) hope (116) futility (143) fire (219) destruction (292) misplaced trust (3) karma (500) waste (18) deceit (83)

One should secure royal patronage, wealth, and glory. Begin generous giving and earn fame across all directions.

ambition (52) charity (128) kingship (164) wealth (447) fame (166) direction (34) virtue (726) action (258) generosity (169)

Just like a gem shines best in gold, wisdom, beauty, and vines shine when supported well.

support (114) beauty (1797) wisdom (1611) vines (12) ornaments (49) shelter (19) adornment (98) feminine grace (48)

If a dependent is denied or looted, all prior merit is destroyed—dharma demands compassion to the dependent.

dependency (7) dharma (540) merit (120) loss (191) injustice (73) karma (500) charity (128) denial (19)

In serving dependents, dharma, and raising a son, there’s no delegation—these must be done personally.

duty (198) personal responsibility (1) parenting (13) dharma (540) service (114) independence (29) ethics (803)

Even enemies grow if supported, and the prosperous face downfall—thus never distress the people unjustly.

enemy (92) support (114) prosperity (136) downfall (265) governance (214) caution (269) justice (151) ethics (803)

Radiant souls near your feet reflect celestial glory, moving like suns in their phases—ever seeking your grace.

devotion (933) radiance (209) feet (34) grace (359) celestial (62) motion (33) beauty (1797) purity (356)

The river embraces the earth loudly, surging in waves—mad like a wife longing for union with her husband.

river (88) waves (26) longing (690) embrace (93) love (1567) natural imagery (9) turbulence (4) metaphor (1632)