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“ നക്കുന്ന നായിക്കു സ്വയംഭൂവും പ്രതിഷ്ഠയും ഭെദമുണ്ടൊ”
English Translation:
To a scavenging dog that licks, is there any difference between a self-manifested idol and an installed deity? (A vulgar, uncultured mind treats sacred treasures and common dross with the same crude irreverence.)

— Malayalam

Related Mantras

“ വീട്ടിൽ ചോറുണ്ടെങ്കിൽ വിരുന്നും ചോറുമുണ്ടു (വിളിച്ചിട്ടും തരും)”
English Translation:
If you have plenty of rice at home, feasts and meals will be offered to you everywhere. (The cynical bias of the world: generosity and invitations are showered upon the rich who do not need them, while the destitute are ignored.)

“ നാരദനെപോലെ”
English Translation:
Like the sage Narada. (A meddling wanderer who carries tales between opposing sides to stir up mischief and conflict.)

“ പൊന്നുണ്ടായിരുന്നാൽ പുളിശ്ശെരിയുംവയ്ക്കാം”
English Translation:
If you possess gold, you can prepare even seasoned curd curry. (With ample money in hand, even the finest comforts, luxuries, and delicacies can be arranged effortlessly.)