An emmet may work its heart out, but can never make honey.
More Turkish Proverbs:
If a stone falls on an egg, it is bad for the egg; if an egg falls onto a stone, it is still bad for the egg.Turkish
Who kisses the feet of his mother, kisses the step of Paradise.
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The wise man says what he knows; the fool doesn't know what he is saying.
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The governor must fill your jars.
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A heart in love with beauty never grows old.
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Do not search for a calf under an ox.
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