If you know a lot, know enough to make them respect you, if you are stupid, be stupid enough so they can pity you.
More Cambodian Proverbs:
If you are doing wrong, make sure you don't get fat from it.Cambodian
A husband should not talk of pretty girls in front of his wife.
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Don't take rich people as examples.
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Stealing may bring profit, but hanging costs far more.
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Don't shoot people you hate; don't lend to those you love.
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Don't let an angry man wash dishes; don't let a hungry man guard rice.
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