Bedeutung
Good deeds result in good outcomes.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The proverb is closely linked to the concept of 'Punya' (spiritual merit). Doing good is seen as a way to improve one's karma for this life and the next. Jainism emphasizes 'Ahimsa' (non-violence) and 'Karuna' (compassion). This proverb aligns with the Jain belief that every soul is connected. The sentiment mirrors the Islamic concept of 'Sadaqah' (voluntary charity) and the belief that Allah rewards those who do good. In cities like Ahmedabad, it's used in corporate environments to promote teamwork and a positive work culture.
Use it for encouragement
It's the best way to encourage someone who is doing something selfless.
Don't over-conjugate
Keep it in its original form. Saying 'Karyu bhalu to thashe bhalu' sounds unnatural.
Bedeutung
Good deeds result in good outcomes.
Use it for encouragement
It's the best way to encourage someone who is doing something selfless.
Don't over-conjugate
Keep it in its original form. Saying 'Karyu bhalu to thashe bhalu' sounds unnatural.
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Complete the proverb.
કર ભલા તો ___ ભલા.
The standard proverb uses 'હો' (ho).
In which situation would you use this phrase?
Your friend is helping an elderly person cross the street.
The phrase is used to reinforce the value of good deeds.
Which word means 'Good' in this proverb?
કર ભલા તો હો ભલા.
'Bhala' means good or well-being.
Complete the dialogue.
A: મેં આજે પક્ષીઓને ચણ નાખ્યું. B: ખૂબ સરસ! ____.
This is a natural response to hearing about a good deed.
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Aufgabensammlung
4 Aufgabenકર ભલા તો ___ ભલા.
The standard proverb uses 'હો' (ho).
Your friend is helping an elderly person cross the street.
The phrase is used to reinforce the value of good deeds.
કર ભલા તો હો ભલા.
'Bhala' means good or well-being.
A: મેં આજે પક્ષીઓને ચણ નાખ્યું. B: ખૂબ સરસ! ____.
This is a natural response to hearing about a good deed.
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Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenIt has spiritual roots in Karma, but it is used by everyone in Gujarat regardless of religion.
It's a bit informal for a standard business email, but fine if you have a friendly relationship with the client.
'Saru' is common for 'good' (e.g., good food). 'Bhala' implies moral goodness or well-being.
Yes, but 'Kar bhala...' is almost always positive, whereas the English one is often used for revenge.
You can say 'Khado khode te pade' (He who digs a pit falls in it).
Yes, if they have done something kind for the team, it's a very respectful way to acknowledge it.
Yes, many Gujarati and Hindi films use this as a central moral theme.
In this context, it means 'let it be' or 'it happens'.
No, this is already the shortest, most rhythmic version.
Absolutely! Helping animals is a big part of 'Kar bhala to ho bhala' in Gujarat.
Verwandte Redewendungen
કર સેવા તો મેવા
similarService leads to rewards.
જેવું વાવશો તેવું લણશો
synonymAs you sow, so shall you reap.
ભલું કરનારનું ભલું થાય
similarGood happens to the doer of good.
ખાડો ખોદે તે પડે
contrastHe who digs a pit for others falls into it himself.
