Old age is not a joy, but death is not a gain.
More Russian Proverbs:
Thanks to one small candle the whole of Moscow burns.Russian
Deprive a mirror of its silver and even the czar won't see his face.
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If Jesus Christ comes to help me, I laugh at the angels.
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Once burned by milk you will blow on cold water.
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The night walks the same road as the dream.
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One day before you is better than ten years behind you.
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