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What one won’t eat by itself, one will eat when mixed with other food.
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Home affairs are not talked about on the public square.
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An abundance of food at your neighbour’s will not satisfy your hunger.
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Three things cause sorrow to flee; water, green trees, and a beautiful face.
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The old woman looks after the child to grow its teeth and the young one in turn looks after the old woman when she loses her teeth.
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When brothers fight to the death, a stranger inherits their father’s estate.
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He who learns, teaches.
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He who fears the sun will not become chief.
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He who thinks he is leading and has no one following him is only taking a walk.
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Bad friends will prevent you from having good friends.
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