Hindu Proverb

This attribution indicates the quotation is a traditional Hindu or Indian proverb rather than the work of a single, identifiable author. Such sayings typically arise from long oral and written traditions across the Indian subcontinent, circulating in everyday speech, storytelling, and religious or ethical instruction. They may be associated with broad cultural sources—such as Sanskrit aphorisms, regional-language folk wisdom, or teachings echoed in Hindu philosophical and devotional literature—yet their precise origin is often anonymous and difficult to date. In quotation collections, “Hindu proverb” or “Indian proverb” functions as a label for communal authorship, reflecting shared values and practical guidance preserved over generations.