Meaning
The significance of something lies in one's belief, otherwise it's just ordinary.
Cultural Background
Central to idol worship, emphasizing that the devotee's faith 'activates' the deity. Used as a metaphor for any situation where belief changes reality.
Use it to end a debate
It's a great way to stop a circular argument about whether something is 'good' or 'bad'.
Meaning
The significance of something lies in one's belief, otherwise it's just ordinary.
Use it to end a debate
It's a great way to stop a circular argument about whether something is 'good' or 'bad'.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
मानो तो देव, नहीं तो ____?
The proverb contrasts God (Dev) with a stone (Patthar).
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesमानो तो देव, नहीं तो ____?
The proverb contrasts God (Dev) with a stone (Patthar).
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it's a philosophical proverb.
Related Phrases
श्रद्धा ही सब कुछ है
similarFaith is everything.
