PROVERBS AND FOLK-LORE

[_Translated by F.B. Collins, B.S._]


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PROVERBS AND FOLK-LORE


I know many songs, but I cannot sing.

When a man sees that the water does not follow him, he follows the
water.

When a tree falls there is plenty of kindling wood.

He who falls into the water need have no fear of rain.

A good swimmer finds death in the water.

Strong vinegar bursts the cask.

Dogs quarrel among themselves, but against the wolf they are united.

God understands the dumb.

Only he who can read is a man.