A brave man who climbs trees is food for their roots.
More New Zealander Proverbs:
Old canoes can be restored, but youth and beauty cannot.New Zealander
In peace be faithful; in war be valiant.
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The prudent embark when the sea is calm -- the rash when it's stormy.
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Let us hurry and finish up the food; when visitors arrive, the meal will be over.
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Turn your face to the sun and the shadows fall behind you.
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Don't lean on your fellow men -- theirs is an ever moving support.
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