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“ പാണനോടു പാടാൻ പറഞ്ഞപ്പോൾ പാണൻ പരിയത്തു”
English Translation:
When the minstrel was invited to sing, he suddenly grew flustered and tongue-tied. (When an alleged professional is called upon to perform on the spot, they stumble and make awkward excuses.)

— Malayalam

Related Mantras

“ ചെറിയതലക്കു വലിയതൊപ്പിവെച്ചപോലെ”
English Translation:
Like placing a giant hat upon a tiny head. (Conferring an oversized title, honor, or responsibility upon someone lacking the stature to carry it.)

“ പാരപക്ഷംചെയ് വോന് പരലോകം ഇല്ലാ”
English Translation:
He who acts with unjust bias has no home in the world to come. (Unfair partiality, corrupt favoritism, and prejudice forfeit spiritual merit and moral salvation.)

“ മുത്തി വളർത്തിയ കുട്ടിയും മുക്കോകുടിയിലെ നായും ഒരുപോലെ”
English Translation:
A child raised by an overly indulgent grandmother is like a dog reared in an undisciplined tavern. (Excessive pampering and a lack of stern discipline spoil character, breeding unruly and rude behavior.)