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“ ആനപ്പുറത്തിരിക്കുമ്പോൾ നായെ പേടിക്കണ്ടാ”
English Translation:
When mounted high upon an elephant, you need not fear the barking of dogs on the ground. (Those secure in high stature and righteousness should remain untroubled by petty insults.)

— Malayalam

Related Mantras

“ മക്കൾ ഉണ്ടെങ്കിൽ പടെക്കൽ കാണാം”
English Translation:
If you have sons, their worth will be seen on the battlefield. (True loyalty, support, and strength are demonstrated only during moments of severe crisis and trial.)

“ തീയിൽ കുരുത്തതു (മുളെച്ചതു) വെയിലത്തു വാടുമൊ”
English Translation:
Will that which sprouted in raging fire ever wither under the midday sun? (A character forged in severe adversity, struggle, and trial will never break before ordinary hardships.)

“ ഇരുന്നുണ്ടാൽ കുന്നും തുലയും”
English Translation:
Merely sitting and consuming without earning will level even a mountain of wealth. (Idle spending without replenishment exhausts the largest fortunes.)