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When brothers fight to the death, a stranger inherits their father’s estate.
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Show me your friend and I will show you your character
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Cross the river in a crowd and the crocodile won’t eat you
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A leader who does not take advice is not a leader.
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Pretend you are dead and you will see who really loves you.
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Do not follow a person who is running away
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Between true friends even water drunk together is sweet enough.
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When God cooks, you don't see smoke.
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If you are filled with pride, then you will have no room for wisdom.
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What you give you get, ten times over
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