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The tree, burdened by even a light oxen group, trembles—the poet draws parallels to fragile tolerance of the weak when barely pressured.
Crossing the river, some saw a black deer as inauspicious, while others disregarded it completely—suggesting perspective shapes belief.
If someone follows and binds you after crossing a river, it could symbolize either trust (for the healthy) or fear (for the scared).
Overwhelmed by passion, the god of love roams joyfully, intoxicated by the touch of firm breasts and tender eyes, maddening the world.
Krishna, though near, does not desire union unless consented by the beloved—showing restraint despite proximity and affection.
Palaces, riches, and grand homes—if earned wrongly—are short-lived and meaningless before the fire of the funeral pyre.
A crow on a high tree plucks ripe fruit due to wings, while a strong lion without wings gets leftovers—skill and position matter more than might.
Some rivers become mighty by touching mountain peaks; others remain puddles—environment and source shape destiny.
The crow again symbolizes success due to wings, while the lion—even with strength—fails without support—wings over power.
As Yamuna’s waves (Kalindi) fall down like a garland from the breast-like hills, the scene becomes a sacred confluence—where moon bathes to shed stain...
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