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What are Proverbs and Where do the come from?

Proverbs and old sayings reveal many aspects about the cultural  traditions of a society. Proverbs originated from indigenous humble folk who handed down these wise old sayings over the centuries, generation to generation. Many proverbs serve as advisory tales and wise counsel
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Israeli  Proverbs, Old Sayings and Quotes

Inspirational  Quotes and Proverbial Wisdom from Israel


Worries go down better with soup. -- Israeli Proverb

What one has, one doesn't want, and what one wants, one doesn't have. -- Israeli Proverb

Where two Jews, three opinions. Israeli Proverb

A slave shows his true character, not while he is enslaved but when he becomes a master. -- Israeli Proverb

Make sure to send a lazy man the angel of death. -- Israeli Proverb




Don't be too sweet lest you be eaten up; don't be too bitter lest you be spewed out. -- Israeli Proverb

If there is bitterness in the heart, sugar in the mouth won't make life sweeter. -- Israeli Proverb

You can't force anyone to love you or lend you money. Israeli Proverb

In choosing a friend, go up a step. -- Israeli Proverb

A half-truth is a whole lie. -- Israeli Proverb

What soap is for the body, tears are for the soul. -- Israeli Proverb

People make plans and God laughs. -- Israeli Proverb

A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. -- Israeli Proverb

If you lie on the ground, you cannot fall. -- Jewish Proverb


If you feel you have worthwhile information you would like to contribute we would love to hear from you. We collect proverbs and old sayings from folks all over the globe and appreciate your participation. When submitting please, if possible, site the source and provide English translation. Email to historyofpainter@gmail.com