It is not right to ask a man with elephantiasis of the scrotum to take on small pox as well, when thousands of other people have not had even their share of small diseases. (African Proverb) - More African Proverbs...
Although there exist many thousands of subjects for elegant conversation, there are persons who cannot meet a cripple without talking about feet. (Chinese Proverb) - More Chinese Proverbs...
The turtle lays thousands of eggs without anyone knowing, but when the hen lays an egg, the whole country is informed. (Malay Proverb) - More Malay Proverbs...