Chinese Proverbs

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Chinese Proverbs and Quotes

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Better to light a candle than to curse the darkness	View
Clear conscience never fears midnight knocking.	View
Dismantle the bridge shortly after crossing it.	View
Dream different dreams while on the same bed.	View
Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without one.	View
A good fortune may forbode a bad luck, which may in turn disguise a...	View
Donkey's lips do not fit onto a horse's mouth.	View
A camel standing amidst a flock of sheep.	View
A book holds a house of gold.	View
Add legs to the snake after you have finished drawing it.	View
The beginning of wisdom is the fear of the Lord, and knowledge of t...	View
Better late than never.	View
You can lead a fool to wisdom, but you can't make him think.	View