For a drunkard the sea only reaches his knees.
More Russian Proverbs:
A man is judged by his deeds, not by his words.Russian
Tell God the truth, but give money to the judge.
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Don't put new wine into old bottles.
Russian
Success and rest don't sleep together.
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One good daughter is worth seven sons.
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The coat is quite new, only the holes are old.
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