No existents whatsoever are evident anywhere that are arisen from themselves, from another, from both, or from a non-cause.
So, to praise others for their virtues - Can but encourage one's own efforts
The logs of wood which move down the river together Are driven apart by every wave. Such inevitable parting Should not be the cause of misery.
There is pleasure when a sore is scratched, But to be without sores is more pleasurable still. Just so, there are pleasures in worldly desires, But to be without desires is more pleasurable still.
Things derive their being and nature by mutual dependence and are nothing in themselves
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This website focuses on proverbs in the Swedish, Danish and Norwegian languages, and some parts including the links below have not been translated to English. They are mainly FAQs, various information and webpages for improving the collection.