Proverbs

Collection of proverbs from different cultures organized by themes.

One must beware of silent water, a silent dog, and a silent enemy

Jewish proverb

If we all pulled in the same direction, the world would tip over

Jewish proverb

Life is a cap; some put it on, others take it off

Jewish proverb

It is madness to love, unless one loves with madness

Latino proverb

I trust more in work than in luck

Latino proverb

When three march together, there must be one who leads.

Manchu proverb

All men are made of the same clay, but not the same mold.

Mexican proverb

If your problem has a solution, why complain? If it doesn't, why complain?

Eastern proverb

Administer your home and you will know the cost of firewood and rice; raise your children, and you will know how much you owe to your parents.

Eastern proverb

Patience is a tree with bitter roots, but sweet fruit.

Persian proverb

The sand of the desert is to the weary traveler what incessant conversation is to the lover of silence.

Persian proverb

Half of the joy resides in talking about it.

Persian proverb