As soon as man is born he begins to die.-The process of dying starts at birth. This saying reminds us of our own mortality, whatever our age.

God helps them that help themselves.-This semi-humorous saying suggests that we should not rely entirely on God to help us. God will help us if we make an effort.

Fighting between countries for a fair and good cause is better than no fighting in a situation that is unfair.-A very small hint is enough to convey our meaning. It is not always necessary to say what we want explicitly.

A fool and his money are soon parted.-Stupid people spend their money carelessly and soon become poor.

language is man’s way of communicating with his fellow man and it is language alone that separates him from the lower animals.– Maya Angelou