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Even when life is at risk, duty must be done. What is forbidden should never be done—even in danger.
Poetry must have aesthetic wordplay even if rich in meaning—like an elephant needing a bell for grandeur.
Friends should be helped whether weak or strong. A turtle king was once freed by a mere mouse.
Reiterates the duty to support all friends. A tied-up elephant was freed by mice—emphasizing unexpected aid.
Courage is always needed in duty, but rashness is condemned—Bhīma suffered due to reckless snake encounter.
A noble life involves collecting virtues, speaking wisdom, supporting monks, and giving wealth righteously.
Even Vasuki, the mighty serpent, resides on the neck of Shiva—seek refuge where destiny favors, not by power alone.
Affection among brothers should be nurtured. Forget faults and value kinship in both worldly and spiritual realms.
If you wish to help a tree, do it before it withers. Delayed help only causes regret.
Four share guilt equally: the doer, the instigator, the messenger, and one who approves the misdeed.
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