| Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their parents. | Children’s children are the crown of old men, And the glory of children is their father. |
| Fine words are not becoming to a fool, and much less are false words to a noble. | Excellent speech is not becoming to a fool, Much less lying lips to a prince. |
| One who forgives a misdeed fosters friendship, but he who divulges it separates good friends. | He who covers a transgression seeks love, But he who repeats a matter separates friends. |
| A true friend is one at all times, and a brother is born to render help in time of need. | A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity. |
| A cheerful heart is excellent medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. | A merry heart does good, like medicine, But a broken spirit dries the bones. |
| Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; if he closes his lips, he is regarded as intelligent. | Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace; When he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive. |
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