472 Arab Proverbs / Page 6
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Death is a black camel that lies down at every door. Sooner or later you must ride the camel.102.
Death is a black camel which kneels at every man's gate.103.
Death rides a fast camel.104.
Death was afraid of him because he had the heart of a lion.105.
Diligence is a great teacher.106.
Diligence is the mother of good luck.107.
Discord between the powerful is a fortune for the poor.108.
Do not buy either the moon or the news, for in the end they will both come out.109.
Do not cut down the tree that gives you shade.110.
Do not ridicule the thin-bearded when you yourself have no beard.111.
Do not stand in a dangerous place trusting in miracles.112.
Do not stand in a place of danger trusting in miracles.113.
Do not tell a friend anything you would conceal from an enemy.114.
Do not tell secrets in front of servants.115.
Don't pour away your water on the strength of a mirage.116.
Don't think you are eloquent just because a fool applauds you.117.
Doubt is the key to all knowledge.118.
Dwell not upon thy weariness, thy strength shall be according to the measure of thy desire.119.
Eat whatever thou likest, but dress as others do.120.
Eat whatever you like, but dress as others do.