| Children’s children are the crown of old men, And the glory of children is their father. | Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their parents. |
| Excellent speech is not becoming to a fool, Much less lying lips to a prince. | Fine speech is not becoming to a fool; still less is false speech to a ruler. |
| He who covers a transgression seeks love, But he who repeats a matter separates friends. | One who forgives an affront fosters friendship, but one who dwells on disputes will alienate a friend. |
| A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity. | A friend loves at all times, and kinsfolk are born to share adversity. |
| A merry heart does good, like medicine, But a broken spirit dries the bones. | A cheerful heart is a good medicine, but a downcast spirit dries up the bones. |
| Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace; When he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive. | Even fools who keep silent are considered wise; when they close their lips, they are deemed intelligent. |
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