231 Afghan Proverbs / Page 10
181. The wood is burnt, but the ashes are a nuisance.
182. The world is the traveler's inn.
183. The world lives on hope.
184. The world will not find rest by just saying "peace."
185. The yellow dog is brother to the wolf.
186. There are no greater prudes than those women who have their own dirty secrets to hide.
187. There are twenty-five uncaught sparrows for a penny.
188. There is a doorway that connects two hearts.
189. There is a path to the top of even the highest mountain.
190. There is a path to the top of highest mountain.
191. There is a way from heart to heart.
192. They asked the fox, "Who is your witness?" He said, "My tail."
193. Though God is almighty, he doesn't send rain from a clear sky.
194. To speak ill of anyone is to speak ill of yourself.
195. Too many butchers spoil the cow.
196. Try out your shoes on your feet -- gauge people against their misfortune.
197. Two are better than one, and three than two.
198. Two watermelons can't be grabbed in one hand.
199. Two watermelons can't be held in one hand.
200. Under his bowl there is a little bowl.