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He who is destined for power does not have to fight for it.
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It is not the cook’s fault when the cassava turns out to be hard and tasteless.
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He who learns, teaches.
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It is not work that kills, but worry.
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Patience is the mother of a beautiful child
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He who loves money must labor.
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A pretty face and fine clothes do not make character.
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Do not forget what is to be a sailor because of being a captain yourself
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Where there is love there is no darkness.
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One must talk little and listen much. 
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