खाली हाथ आए, खाली हाथ जाएंगे।
Khali haath aaye, khali haath jayenge.
Came empty-handed, will go empty-handed.
Meaning
Emphasizes the transient nature of material possessions; one gains and loses nothing ultimately.
Cultural Background
Reflects the concept of detachment (Vairagya). Emphasizes the soul's journey back to the Divine. Used to cope with the stress of competitive corporate life.
Rhythm
Say it with a pause after 'आए' for dramatic effect.
Meaning
Emphasizes the transient nature of material possessions; one gains and loses nothing ultimately.
Rhythm
Say it with a pause after 'आए' for dramatic effect.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
खाली हाथ आए, ______ जाएंगे।
The proverb is a parallel structure.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesखाली हाथ आए, ______ जाएंगे।
The proverb is a parallel structure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNot if said with empathy. It can be rude if you use it to dismiss someone's pain.
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