This proverb describes a situation where an individual engages in multiple affairs simultaneously, carelessly and likely ineffectively. Using the metaphor of a slave who takes concubines, it evokes an image of someone who embarks on multiple relationships without the seriousness or responsibility they deserve. This suggests that it is important to fully focus on one task or relationship at a time to avoid giving only a partial effort. An equivalent proverb in English could be ‘Chasing two rabbits, you will catch neither’.