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A tree is straightened while it is still young.
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When brothers fight to the death, a stranger inherits their father’s estate.
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When there is peace in the country, the chief does not carry a shield.
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When your luck deserts you, even cold food burns.
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By labor comes wealth. 
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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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Do not call the forest that shelters you a jungle.
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The beauty of a woman becomes useless if there is no one to admire it.
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It’s those ugly caterpillars that turn into beautiful butterflies after seasons.
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Water is colourless and tasteless but you can live on it longer than eating food.
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