Man, be not proud
We often hear about people who are so full of pride that they make fools of themselves. Here are some enlightening proverbs that illuminate a very common problem in the world today:
If you’re filled with pride, then you will not have room for wisdom. —African
The downfall of man begins with pride. —African
Pride went out on horseback, and returned on foot. —Italian
There are some who despise pride with a greater pride. —Italian
If pride were a disease, how many would be already dead? —Italian
Pride is the mask of one’s own faults. —Jewish
Pride’s an ill horse to ride. —Scottish
Pride in prosperity turns to misery in adversity. —English
Pride costs us more than hunger, thirst and cold. —English
Pride often apes humility. —American
Sin is not perfect until one prides oneself on it. —Icelandic
Pride goes before, and shame follows. —Romanian
The owl of ignorance lays the egg of pride. —Traditional
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