Proverbs - Inspirational Words of Wisdom
Proverbs are wisdom of the experienced passed down from generation to generation; they are sayings and usually contain good advice for living. Here find a collection of famous proverbs containing inspiration; many of these adages are wise sayings, expressions,and phrases that have been passed down for centuries.William R. Alger once said, "Proverbs are mental gems in the diamond fields of the mind." The word Proverb is taken from the Latin word proverbium. Proverbs speak to a simple truth or are often considered common sense, but are expressed usually in a one line sentence. They can be witty and amusing. Most proverbs are one liners but have true meaning in them.
Collection of Proverbs
Funny African Proverbs
American Proverbs
Chinese Proverbs
Czech Proverbs
Danish Proverbs
English Proverbs
French Proverbs
Funny Proverbs
Italian Proverbs
Japanese Proverbs
Korean Proverbs
Russian Proverbs
Scottish Proverbs
Spanish Proverbs
Turkish Proverbs
Welsh Proverbs
Yiddish Proverbs
Some of our Favorite Proverbs:
It takes a whole village to raise a child. AfricanTeachers open the door. You enter by yourself. Chinese
Character can be built on daily routine. Japanese
If you plant grass, you won't get rice. Malaysian
If you can't live longer, live deeper. Italian
A Sunday well-spent brings a week of content. Proverb
Dig your well before you are thirsty. Hindustan
Kind words can conquer. Tamil
If you count your friend's mistakes, he will desert you. Arabian
Laughter is the remedy for 1001 illnesses. Azerbaijani
A small key can open big doors. Kurdish
Don't fall into a fire in order to avoid the smoke. Turkish
Don't do what you'll have to find an excuse for. Proverb
A good listener needs few words. Basque
You may find your best friend or your worst enemy in yourself. English
A good laugh and a long sleep are the two best cures in the doctor's book. Irish
He who undertakes too many things at once seldom does any of them well. Dutch
Confessed faults are half mended. Scottish
A spoken word is not a sparrow. Once it flies out, you can't catch it. Proverb
Proverb Even the best writer has to erase sometimes. Spanish
Sometimes you have to be silent in order to be heard. Swiss
What you cannot say briefly you do not know. Danish
A misty morning does not signify a cloudy day. Danish
There is no wise response to a foolish remark. Czechoslovakian
There are plenty of preachers who don't hear themselves. German
You can tell who the good seamen are during a storm. Greek
Do more things by wisdom than by force. Hungarian
To the person who watches, everything reveals itself. Italian
One man's fault is another man's lesson. Maltese
Every answer can result in a new question. Yiddish
If you are going to do something carelessly, it is better to give up entirely. Russian
He who possesses knowledge possesses the world. Uzbek
Half a loaf is better than none. Australian
Take time to enjoy life's roses. New Zealander
Self-help is the best help. American
Through other people's faults, wise men correct their own. Canadian
One timely shout is better than constant talk. Mexican
Do not be excessively timid or excessively confident. Cuban
Little by little, the bird builds its nest. Haitian
Never say no due to pride, or yes due to weakness. Puerto Rican
A dog that always barks gets little attention. Argentine
Little by little, a person can get very far. Peruvian
Some of our Favorite Proverbs from The Bible (NIV):
The Bible is full of wisdom and some of the best Proverbs are found there. Sayings that can help you live a fuller and more peaceful life. These have been around for thousands of years and have been an encouragement to many.My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. Proverbs 3:1-2
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
Proverbs 3:5-6
Blessed are those who find wisdom, those who gain understanding.
Proverbs 3:13
A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
Proverbs 17:22
Many are the plans in a human heart, but it is the LORD's purpose that prevails.
Proverbs 19:21
A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold.
Proverbs 22:1
Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.
Proverbs 22:6
Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but whoever hates correction is stupid.
Proverbs 12:1
Gossips betray a confidence, but the trustworthy keep a secret.
Proverbs 11:13
Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.
Proverbs 16:3
Those who give heed to instruction prosper, and blessed are those who trust in the LORD.
Proverbs 16:20
Those who trust in their riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf.
Proverbs 11:28
Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.
Proverbs 12:25
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
Proverbs 15:1
Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.
Proverbs 4:23
A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.
Proverbs 14:30
