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The forest not only hides man’s enemies but its full of man’s medicine, healing power and food.
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Patience is the mother of a beautiful child
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Always being in a hurry does not prevent death, neither does going slowly prevent living.
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Do not call to a dog with a whip in your hand.
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The chicken that digs for food will not sleep hungry
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One falsehood spoils a thousand truths.
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Brothers love each other when they are equally rich.
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Dine with a stranger but save your love for your family.
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Even the mightest eagle comes down to the tree tops to rest.
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A friend is someone you share the path with.
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