False ambition serves the neck.
More Egyptian Proverbs:
Everything is formed by habit, even praying.Egyptian
Believe the liar up to the door of his house and no further than that.
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When the angels present themselves, the devils abscond.
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Pride and dignity would belong to women if only men would leave them alone.
Egyptian
Money is sweet balm.
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The barking of a dog does not disturb the man on a camel.
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