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Not the fastest horse can catch a word spoken in anger.
Not the fastest horse can catch a word spoken in anger.
A one hundred yard high tower still has its foundation on the ground.
A one hundred yard high tower still has its foundation on the ground.
Fortune does not come twice. Misfortune does not come alone.
Fortune does not come twice. Misfortune does not come alone.
To learn what is good, a thousand days are not sufficient; to learn what is evil, an hour is too read more
To learn what is good, a thousand days are not sufficient; to learn what is evil, an hour is too long.
The sheep has no choice when in the jaws of the wolf.
The sheep has no choice when in the jaws of the wolf.
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.
Reunion after long separation is even better than one's wedding night.
Reunion after long separation is even better than one's wedding night.
To talk much and arrive nowhere is the same as climbing a tree to catch a fish.
To talk much and arrive nowhere is the same as climbing a tree to catch a fish.
Not only can water float a boat, it can sink it also.
Not only can water float a boat, it can sink it also.
