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Only a fool tests the depth of the river with both feet.
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The one who loves an unsightly person is the one who makes him beautiful.
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The forest provides food to the hunter after he is utterly exhausted.
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Beautiful from behind, ugly in front.
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The best of mankind is a farmer; the best food is fruit.
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Rich people cook their food in a potsherd.
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Poverty is slavery.
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A man’s wealth may be superior to him.
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If you climb up a tree, you must climb down the same tree
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A leader who does not take advice is not a leader.
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