A closed mouth catches no files
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011The literal meaning of this proverb is that if a reptile does not open its mouth and keeps closes, it can not catch the files for its foods. It can catch the files only when it is alert and keeps its mouth open. This proverb reminds us that one must be ever ready to make use of opportunities. Files are the main food for a reptile. If it wants to catch the files it should open its mouth at the right time. Timing is very necessary to catch the files in the mouth. It means it should wait for the right occasion and should not lose the opportunity. Likewise, only alert persons can make the full use of opportunities. They wait for the right occasion and when the right occasion arises they act attentively and attain their goals. Also, only those who are attentive and work hard can utilize their opportunities, as their timings are accurate. It they miss the chance to avail in time, they can’t regain it again and it cause desperation and depression in their lives.
Nowadays we find most of the young people idle. They just indulge in unwanted activities and in criticizing others rather than involving in sincere and useful Endeavor. They lose their valuable opportunities even when they come to him. Such a person experience more despair in life. He, who keeps himself active, can make use the opportunity fully and can make his fortune instead of miring his fortune of miring his fortune. This proverb teaches us to be more alert and attentive to achieve something and attain the goal in life.