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This proverb highlights that courage and self-confidence are more valuable than material wealth. It is used to describe a situation where a person, despite having financial resources, cannot achieve anything or defend themselves because they lack the necessary boldness or character.

This expression is used to describe money as the root of all evil or something that breeds greed, corruption, and unethical behavior. It is often said when observing how money can destroy relationships or lead people to commit wrongdoings.

This proverb describes a situation where someone overlooks the resources, talent, or solutions available right at home or close to them, while searching for them in outside places. It is used to point out the irony of ignoring local or domestic value in favor of external alternatives.

This proverb is used to illustrate that money obtained from any source—even through questionable or low-status means—has the same value and function as any other money. It implies that the origin of the wealth does not change its utility, often used in contexts discussing the nature of profit or earnings.

This expression is used to describe a situation where an intermediary or a subordinate has more influence or power than the actual authority figure. It suggests that one must please the gatekeeper or the middleman to get access to the main person or result.

A slightly better position. All pleasures and miseries are relative. When compared with a man with two of his legs amputated, the one with at least one leg is fortunate. It is the positive (optimistic) attitude that matters.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of keeping one's financial status and personal habits private. Just as money is kept secure in a bag and food is concealed while chewing, one's wealth and personal affairs should not be displayed or discussed openly to avoid unnecessary trouble or envy.

This expression is used to describe situations where basic needs or essential priorities are neglected while resources are wasted on superficial or secondary matters. It highlights a lack of common sense or misplaced priorities, similar to 'neglecting the core while decorating the surface.'

This traditional saying emphasizes productivity over vanity. It suggests that one should invest more in assets that provide a livelihood or income (like livestock in an agrarian society) and spend minimally on non-productive luxuries like expensive clothing. It is used to advise someone to prioritize essential investments over outward appearances.

This proverb describes a situation where someone acts recklessly or fails to take basic precautions, and then expects a divine or miraculous intervention to save them. It is used to criticize people who do not take responsibility for their actions and instead leave everything to fate or luck.