| Children’s children are the crown of old men; the glory of children is their parents. | Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their parents. |
| Excellent speech isn’t fitting for a fool, much less do lying lips fit a prince. | Fine speech is not becoming to a fool; still less is false speech to a ruler. |
| He who covers an offense promotes love; but he who repeats a matter separates best 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 cheerful heart makes good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. | A cheerful heart is a good medicine, but a downcast spirit dries up the bones. |
| Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is counted wise. When he shuts his lips, he is thought to be discerning. | Even fools who keep silent are considered wise; when they close their lips, they are deemed intelligent. |
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