He who lives in our mind is near though he may actually be far away; but he who is not in our heart is far though he may really be nearby.

Whores don’t live in company of poor men, citizens never support a weak company and birds don’t build nests on a tree that doesn’t bear fruits.

Although an ass is tired, he continues to carry his burden; he is unmindful of cold and heat; and he is always contented; these three things should be learned from the ass.

Fate being unfavorable( or without god's grace, even an easy task becomes difficult to accomplish)

Trees on a riverbank, a woman in another man's house, and kings without counselors go without doubt to swift destruction.

Chankaya is referring there to the probibition of entry of the untrustworthy in the counsel-room. Disloyal persons foolishly speak out the secrets of the counsel not knowing the harmful effects of the same. Disclosing the secrets of the counsel mars the welfare of the country.

The cuckoos remain silent for a long time (for several seasons) until they are able to sing sweetly (in the Spring) so as to give joy to all.