खाली हाथ आए थे, खाली हाथ जाएँगे
khali hath aaye the, khali hath jayenge
Came empty, go empty
Meaning
Emphasizing the transient nature of life and material possessions.
Cultural Background
Reflects the concept of 'Maya' (illusion) where material possessions are temporary. Emphasizes the soul's journey and the detachment from the material world. Used to critique the 'hustle culture' and excessive consumerism. Used as a grounding wisdom to maintain community equality.
Rhythm
Say it with a pause after 'थे' for dramatic effect.
Meaning
Emphasizing the transient nature of life and material possessions.
Rhythm
Say it with a pause after 'थे' for dramatic effect.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
खाली हाथ आए थे, __________ जाएँगे।
The proverb is a parallel structure: empty hands in, empty hands out.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesखाली हाथ आए थे, __________ जाएँगे।
The proverb is a parallel structure: empty hands in, empty hands out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is philosophical and used across many cultures in India, not limited to one religion.
Related Phrases
मोह-माया
synonymIllusion of attachment
सब नश्वर है
similarEverything is temporary
