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A dog won't forsake his master because of his poverty; a son never deserts his mother for her homely appearance.
A dog won't forsake his master because of his poverty; a son never deserts his mother for her homely appearance.
A bit of fragrance clings to the hand that gives flowers.
A bit of fragrance clings to the hand that gives flowers.
There are two perfect men; one dead, and the other unborn.
There are two perfect men; one dead, and the other unborn.
A man should choose a friend who is better than himself. There are plenty of acquaintances in the world; but read more
A man should choose a friend who is better than himself. There are plenty of acquaintances in the world; but very few real friends.
The second best times tend to be more difficult.
The second best times tend to be more difficult.
Not the fastest horse can catch a word spoken in anger.
Not the fastest horse can catch a word spoken in anger.
The man who removes a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.
The man who removes a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.
Just as tall trees are known by their shadows, so can good men be known by their enemies.
Just as tall trees are known by their shadows, so can good men be known by their enemies.
Make happy those who are near, and those who are far will come.
Make happy those who are near, and those who are far will come.
