Meaning: A sick person is cared for

Context: The ill receive attention

Meaning: He who is naked squats low

Context: Shame leads to humility

Meaning: The one that is famous in the sea is the shark; but then, there are many others

Context: Do not overlook others in the presence of a prominent figure

Meaning: Peace cannot be secured save at the point of the sword

Context: Sometimes strength is necessary to maintain peace

Meaning: He who shines a light on you by day, sets fire to you by night

Context: Beware of those who pretend to help but mean harm

Meaning: Public opinion maintains, 'A gentleman is judged by his actions'

Context: A person's character is defined by their deeds

Meaning: The torment of the grave is known by the corpse

Context: Only the one experiencing suffering truly understands it

Meaning: Love your enemy

Context: Encourages forgiveness and compassion

Meaning: The corpse washer knows the defects of the deceased

Context: Some secrets are known only to those closest to us

Meaning: He who praises rain has been rained on

Context: People appreciate what benefits them directly

Meaning: He who thinks he has stood up, should be careful not to fall down

Context: Overconfidence can lead to failure

Meaning: A reserve will not decay

Context: Saving for the future is wise

Meaning: Ability is wealth

Context: Intelligence and skill are valuable assets

Meaning: Brains are like hair, every one has his own

Context: Everyone has their own unique way of thinking

Meaning: Great wit drives away wisdom

Context: Being too clever can be counterproductive

Meaning: He who loves calls one-eyed a squint

Context: Love overlooks flaws

Meaning: Do harm to him who harms you: and fear him who harms you not

Context: A vicious cycle of retaliation

Meaning: Do not wake up one who is asleep; if you wake him up, you will fall asleep yourself

Context: Do not disturb peace unnecessarily

Meaning: The sun has shone on him who praises it

Context: Acknowledging good brings more good

Meaning: He who keeps to the roadside will have no tree fall on him

Context: Avoid unnecessary risks