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Random Proverbs

Though your bloodhound be gentle, don't bite him on the lip.
God grant me to contend with those that understand me.
A coward often deals a mortal blow to the brave.
Better rule in hell, than serve in heaven.
If youth knew! if age could!
The beaten pay the fine.
Spring has come when you can put your foot on three daisies.
If work were good for you, the rich would leave none for the poor
All things of this world are nothing, unless they have reference to the next.
Flowing water never goes bad; our door hubs never gather termites.

Our Favourite Proverbs

A dimple in the chin; a devil within
Do not push the river, it will flow by itself
Where the goat is tied she must browse.
Who serves well asks enough.