Proverbs

According to the dictionary a proverb is defined as a concrete and short saying, which is often repeated. These statements usually express a truth of some kind that maybe philosophical, spiritual or then practical. The word proverb is said to originate from the Latin word proverbium, meaning concrete statement.

Proverbs can be classified into various types such as the metaphorical, maxim or aphorism. Many writers make use of a proverb to enhance their work, or then simply to concretize what they wish to say.

In fact, in most cultures of the world, one of the important aspects of their literature are the maxims and aphorisms that are valuable lessons, and yet poetic to the ear and heart. Apart from the common proverbs that are known around the world, the ones regarded for their high-teaching value are the Japanese proverbs. They were generally penned or spoken by the spiritual masters and teachers and formed a apart of the learning inheritance.

Irish proverbs are practical and fun to read. They do tend to tilt towards harsher and more sarcastic tones, sometimes at the cost of deriding some neighboring cultures. On the other hand the Arabic proverbs, are generally in the form of couplets that are poetic and spiritual in nature. Italian proverbs are regarded as romantic and crisp, and mainly based on voyages and discoveries, with deeper connotations with regards to life.

Most eloquent writers and speakers maintain a readymade list of proverbs, which maybe noted in a diary or then simply memorized. Even students are advised to learn as many as they can and quote them in texts and speeches.
Example of good proverbs:

A good drum does not have to be beaten hard.

A good storyteller must be able to lie a little.

A great fortune depends on luck, a small one on diligence.

A good bee never lands on a fallen flower.

A good breakfast cannot take the place of the evening meal.

If you give 100%, God will make up the difference!

A good memory is not so good as a little ink.

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