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If you offend, ask for a pardon; if offended forgive.
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One falsehood spoils a thousand truths.
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Milk and honey have different colors, but they share the same house peacefully.
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War has no eyes
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The friends of our friends are our friends.
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Despite the beauty of the moon, sun and the stars, the sky also has a threatening thunder and striking lightening.
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Cross the river in a crowd and the crocodile won’t eat you.
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Dress up a stick and it’ll be a beautiful bride.
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He who learns, teaches.
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A healthy person who begs for food is an insult to a generous farmer.
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