Japanese Proverbs
because... "None of us are as smart as all of us"
This is our second page of japanese proverbs. The previous page can be found here. Proverbs are common sayings used in all cultures throughout history. they give common sense advice and express that culture's insights. Humorous at times and always short and to the point, proverbs make us think, reflect and chuckle. Here are another thirty or so to enrich you in both your personal and business life. You will enjoy these of that I'm certain. I know I did. Japanese Proverbs
Do not prophesy to the man who can see further than you can.
He who insults another, digs two graves.
One who smiles rather than rages is always the stronger.
He who burns his mouth on the soup will blow on a cold fish dish.
Food is delicious when one is hungry.
Only lawyers and painters can turn white to black.
Even dust amassed will grow into a mountain.
Luck is like having a rice dumpling fly into your mouth.
Money grows on the tree of persistence.
My son is my son till he gets him a wife, but my daughter's my daughter all the days of her life.
An excess of courtesy is a discourtesy.
Laughter cannot bring back what anger has driven away.
An idiot is eloquent when he stays silent.
If you understand everything, you must be misinformed.
He who buys what he needs not, sells what he needs
Even a sheet of paper has two sides.
A silent man is the best one to listen to.
Better go without medicine than call in an unskilled physician.
A borrowed cat catches no mice.
Fall seven times, stand up eight.
The reputation of thousand years may be determined by the conduct of one hour.
Beginning is easy - Continuing is hard.
None of us are as smart as all of us
A round egg can be made square according to how you cut it; words would be harsh according to how you speak them.
One who chases after two hares won't catch even one.
Gossip about a person and his shadow will appear.
A fool is only cured by dying.
A man in love mistakes a pimple for a dimple.
A clever hawk hides its talons.
A lie has no legs, but scandalous wings.
In a quarrel, the higher voiced person will win.
A man with a sour face should not open a shop.
One kind word can warm three winter months.
A man can endure the worst pain -- of others.
When the character of a man is not clear to you, look at his friends.
A monkey makes fun of the red behinds of his fellow monkeys.
A statement once let loose cannot be caught by four horses.
Consider the facts seven times before you suspect someone.
He's a final quote I want to leave you with... "Character can be built on daily routine.”
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We have haver several pages of proverbs for you to check out. Enjoy! List of Proverbs pg 1 Proverbs Sayings pg 2 Traditional Japanese Proverbs pg 3 Japanese Proverbs pg 4 Funny Proverbs pg 5 Famous Proverbs pg 6 Proverbs from around the world pg 7 If you have something to add to our list of proverbs, simply fill out the form below. We would love to hear from you.
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