Even the brave are scared by a lion three times: first by its tracks, again by its roar, and one last time face to face. (Somali Proverb)
You don't go searching for bones in a lion's den. (Somali Proverb)
A brave man is scared of a lion three times: first when he sees the tracks; second when he hears the first roar; and third when they are face to face. (Somali Proverb)