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With wealth one wins a woman.
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Roosters’ tail feathers: pretty but always behind.
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Ugliness with a good character is better than beauty.
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A pretty basket does not prevent worries.
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Peace does not make a good ruler.
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Make some money but don’t let money make you.
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Greatness and beauty do not belong to the gods alone.
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Beautiful from behind, ugly in front.
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A friend is someone you share the path with.
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The grasshopper which is always near its mother eats the best food.
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