खाली हाथ आए थे, खाली हाथ जाएंगे।
khaali haath aaye the, khaali haath jaayenge.
Came empty-handed, will leave empty-handed.
Meaning
Life is temporary; one comes into the world with nothing and leaves with nothing.
Cultural Background
Reflects the concept of 'Maya' (illusion) where material things are temporary. Used by elders to teach children not to be greedy.
Rhythm
Say it with a pause after the comma for maximum impact.
Meaning
Life is temporary; one comes into the world with nothing and leaves with nothing.
Rhythm
Say it with a pause after the comma for maximum impact.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
खाली हाथ आए थे, ________ जाएंगे।
The proverb is a parallel structure.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesखाली हाथ आए थे, ________ जाएंगे।
The proverb is a parallel structure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is philosophical and widely used by people of all faiths in India.
Related Phrases
सब मोह-माया है
similarEverything is an illusion.
कफन में जेब नहीं होती
similarShrouds have no pockets.
