The wise person has long ears and a short tongue.
More German Proverbs:
Eagles don't catch flies.German
Long fasting is no economy of food.
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Trust well rides away with the horse.
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What is right for the one is reasonable for the other.
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If you can't get it in bushels, take it in spoonfuls.
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Work is our business; it's success is God's.
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