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There is no one who became rich because he broke a holiday, no one became fat because he broke a fast.
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A housewife who complains that there is not enough foodstuff in the market should remember that if her husband adds to what is already available, there would be more for everyone.
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By labor comes wealth. 
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“If you offend, ask for a pardon; if offended, forgive”. Forgive the one, who is guilty to you. Apologize if you made a mistake.
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A single stick may smoke, but it will not burn.
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Ugliness with a good character is better than beauty.
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Food gained by fraud tastes sweet to a man, but he ends up with gravel in his mouth.
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Seeing is different than being told.
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Milk and honey have different colors, but they share the same house peacefully.
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Patience can cook a stone.
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