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“ പണ്ടുമുണ്ടോ ഞണ്ടിനുവാലു”
English Translation:
Did a crab ever possess a tail in ancient times? (An inherent, permanent impossibility cannot suddenly emerge out of nowhere.)

— Malayalam

Related Mantras

“ പന്നിക്കെന്തിനു പാറക്കോലു”
English Translation:
Why does a swine need an iron crowbar? (Providing sophisticated instruments to someone whose natural instincts are enough, or who has no idea how to use them.)

“ ഭാരംചക്കക്കു പലംചുക്കു”
English Translation:
For a heavy cartload of jackfruit, a small measure of dry ginger. (Every heavy indulgence has its precise, modest antidote; an appropriate remedy tailored to restore balance.)

“ ഓടുരുക്കിയ മൂശാരിയെപോലെ”
English Translation:
Like the bronze smith who melted down bell metal only to ruin the casting. (Laboring at great expense and risk, only to end up with a worthless puddle of dross.)