- Literally
- An ascetic's matted hair, yet he tells stories of evil deeds, that asceticism is in vain.
- What it means
- Outward displays of piety and holiness are worthless if one's actions and thoughts remain wicked.
Also said as
- જોર ન જાતા, અલ્લા મીઆંસે નાતા.
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