To be rich with bees and mares, is to be rich and have nothing.
More Sicilian Proverbs:
Who doesn't want a fire, should remove the wood.Sicilian
Before an angry face keep your mouth shut.
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Owning land is like fighting a war.
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Love is bitter, but it comforts the heart.
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Cure catarrh with wine.
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From September to August drink the old wine and leave the must to age.
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