13. Like how Brass makes more noise than Gold

SriRamajayam

13. Like how Brass makes more noise than Gold 

निस्सारस्य पदार्थस्य प्रायेणाडम्बरो महान्।
न हि स्वर्णे ध्वनिस्तादृग् यादृक् कांस्ये प्रजायते ॥ 

A worthless / essence less object is often accompanied by great show and noise. Gold (स्वर्णं) does not produce as much sound as bronze (कांस्यम्) does.

Things that lack real value or substance often make a lot of noise and display.

In contrast, something truly valuable, like gold, remains silent and dignified, whereas cheaper metals like bronze produce loud sounds.

This can be applied to people as well—those with true wisdom and worth tend to be humble, while the less knowledgeable often seek attention.

This can be related to the saying, 'Empty vessels make more noise.

SarvamSriKrishnarpanam