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When there is peace in the country, the chief does not carry a shield.
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Knowledge without wisdom is like water in the sand.
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You become wise when you begin to run out of money.
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When the food is cooked there is no need to wait before eating it.
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A united family eats from the same plate.
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A single stick may smoke, but it will not burn.
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One person is a thin porridge; two or three people are a lump of ugali.
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“If you offend, ask for a pardon; if offended, forgive”. Forgive the one, who is guilty to you. Apologize if you made a mistake.
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He who loves the vase loves also what is inside.
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He who is destined for power does not have to fight for it.
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