551 Yiddish Proverbs / Page 2
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A fool will jump into the bath and forget to wash his face.22.
A friend you get for nothing; an enemy must be bought.23.
A golden key will open every lock.24.
A good cry lightens the heart.25.
A good friend is often better than a brother.26.
A good friend you get for nothing, an enemy you have to buy.27.
A good man, but his mad dog won't let you speak to him.28.
A good name is better than a precious stone.29.
A guest for a day is welcome the whole year.30.
A guest is like rain: when he lingers on, he becomes a nuisance.31.
A guest is like rain: when he lingers on, he becomes a nuisance.32.
A guest is like rain: when he lingers on, he becomes a nuisance.33.
A half truth is a whole lie.34.
A half-truth is a whole lie.35.
A heavy purse makes a light heart.36.
A hero is someone who can keep his mouth shut when he's right.37.
A jest is half a truth.38.
A joke driven too far brings home hate.39.
A lazy messenger is not short of excuses.40.
A lie can take you far away -- but with no hope of return.