What really are proverbs, where do they come from, how are they disseminated and what function do they have in modern society? Those are questions that are often asked when people reflect on the ...

Proverbs. They’re old-fashioned, folksy, pithy — and everywhere. From old chestnuts like “no pain, no gain” to sports wisdom like “the best offence is a good defence”, there seems to be a proverb for ...

Love is such a beautiful thing, and everyone has their own way of expressing it. Some people love songs or poetry, and some just use love quotes or even love proverbs to try and put that most ...

Arabic proverb of the day highlights the saying “The end result of a good deed is a slap with the palms.” The proverb ...

There is no place like home. The apple does not fall far from the tree. All that glitters is not gold.These are some examples of proverbs that most ...

Caribbean grandmothers are well-known for their uncanny ability to make you check yourself. They hold an artillery of wise phrases that are applicable in any situation. But, just like fine wine and ...