Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their parents. | Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their fathers. |
Fine speech is not becoming to a fool; still less is false speech to a ruler. | Fine speech is not becoming to a fool; still less is false speech to a prince. |
One who forgives an affront fosters friendship, but one who dwells on disputes will alienate a friend. | Whoever covers an offense seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates close friends. |
A friend loves at all times, and kinsfolk are born to share adversity. | A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity. |
A cheerful heart is a good medicine, but a downcast spirit dries up the bones. | A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. |
Even fools who keep silent are considered wise; when they close their lips, they are deemed intelligent. | Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent. |
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The hope of the righteous ends in gladness,but the expectation of the wicked comes to nothing.