When a man fails alone, it is more likely that the man will be blamed for the failure. When a man fails with others, it is more likely that the circumstances will be blamed for the failure. A failure of self is more damning than a failure due to circumstance.
They mean exactly what you see. Do not make things more difficult than they are!
He who brings kola brings life. This has multiple meanings. Kola is life, as it comes from Life. Life is seen not just in the offering, but also shown in the gathering of friends or family. The bonds made when breaking Kola also appear.
No character in the book says it. However, it is described as just a saying used by the Ibo people to discribe how much fun the people would have on moonlit nights.
People believe that in following the decisions of the Gods and Goddesses, they will not be punished, even if they may have to do unpleasant actions.
Eneke-nti-oba, in Igbo legend, is the bird who challenged the world to wrestle, and who was then thrown by the cat. The Igbo have a proverb that says "Since men have learned to shoot without missing, Eneke has learned to fly without perching."
do things in order
you get things done better when you do them without help
Be patient don't try and force things to happen.
The proverb 'Newspapers are the world's mirror in reflection' has a simple meaning. Basically the proverb means that a newspaper is the world's mirror. The things that are reflected in the newspaper are usually what one would see if they look at the world.
The proverb "hidden apples are always sweet" suggests that things that are difficult to obtain or hidden away often seem more desirable or valuable. It implies that the allure of the unknown or the forbidden can enhance the perceived sweetness or pleasure of something. This can apply to various aspects of life, such as relationships, opportunities, or experiences, highlighting the idea that the pursuit of what is not easily accessible can be more rewarding.
More than one proverb begins this way. Two are: all things come to him who waits; and all (good) things come to an end.
"Every cloud has a silver lining." This proverb reflects the idea that even in the darkest or most challenging situations, there is always a glimmer of hope or positivity to be found. It encourages individuals to look for the potential for good even in difficult times.
Adding sweetener such as sugar or honey will usually make bitter things sweet.
The proverb, every tree feels the force of the wind means that all things are subject to life's challenges. Just like wind blowing the trees, we to have to take life one step at a time and take what it hands us and still grow from it.
mighty oaks from little acorns grow
Get one of those bitter things that are safe for dogs as the dog will taste the bitter taste and not chew.
This verse is not in the Bible. It is just a traditional proverb that people sometimes use to remind one another to be patient. The Bible does say things about patience and the hope of good things in the Kingdom of God, but the exact words "all good things come to those who wait" are not in the Bible. From the Christian point of view, this proverb is not true. Patient people are not always rewarded on earth, and the critierion for receiving good things hereafter is simply being a Christian.