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If you marry a monkey for his wealth, the money goes and the monkey remains as is.
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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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An army of sheep led by a lion can defeat an army of lions led by a sheep.
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Wood already touched by fire is not hard to set alight.
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By labor comes wealth. 
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Cross the river in a crowd and the crocodile won’t eat you
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No one gets a mouthful of food by picking between another person’s teeth.
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A small house will hold a hundred friends.
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Those who are at one regarding food are at one in life.
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Do not forget what is to be a sailor because of being a captain yourself
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