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He who thinks he is leading and has no one following him is only taking a walk.
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There can be no peace without understanding.
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Greed loses what it has gained.
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Money is not the medicine against death.
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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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Hold a true friend with both hands.
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Having a good discussion is like having riches.
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Love never gets lost it’s only kept.
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The surface of the water is beautiful, but it is no good to sleep on.
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Show me your friend and I will show you your character.
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