Wisdom from the Philippines – Exploring Traditional Filipino Sayings part 1
A good friend is like a four-leaf clover; hard to find and lucky to have.
The fish that seeks the deepest waters catches the biggest catch.
He who does not honor his own roots will never grow tall in the sky.
The mouth is not a wallet; it will never be satisfied by just words.
A single spark can light a fire; your dreams can ignite the world.
The bamboo that bends is stronger than the oak that resists.
Even the smallest ant can move a big rock with teamwork.
Don’t count the days; make the days count.
The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
Happiness is not in the absence of problems, but in the ability to deal with them.
Wisdom from the Philippines – Exploring Traditional Filipino Sayings part 2
A family that eats together stays together, for the table is a bridge.
The rooster may crow, but it’s the hen that lays the egg.
A kind heart sees kindness everywhere.
It is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness.
Don’t put all your eggs in one basket, or you might end up with an empty plate.
The water that is deep is the one that can keep secrets.
You can’t harvest if you haven’t sown.
A simple meal shared is worth more than a feast eaten alone.
Silence is better than unnecessary words, for wolves do not speak.
To know how to grow is to know how to bend.
Wisdom from the Philippines – Exploring Traditional Filipino Sayings part 3
No matter how far you wander, the heart will always know the way home.
Laughter is the bridge between hearts.
The strongest tree is not the one that never bends but the one that has weathered many storms.
Every drop of rain brings a new chance to grow.
Even a diamond must go through the fire.
When you help others, you help yourself.
Dream big, but remember to plant your feet firmly on the ground.
The sun may rise, but it’s the rain that makes the flowers bloom.
A wise man learns more from his enemies than a fool from his friends.
In the heart of every storm lies the calm eye of understanding.
Wisdom from the Philippines – Exploring Traditional Filipino Sayings part 4
Your shadow is always there to remind you that you can’t escape your truth.
A house is built with walls, but a home is built with love.
Patience is the key that unlocks the door to success.
Unity is strength, for the whole binds better than the single thread.
A smile is the best curve on your journey.
The pen is mightier than the sword, but love conquers all.
To dance is to live, for in every step lies a heartbeat of joy.
People may forget your name, but they will remember how you made them feel.
Every cloud has a silver lining, just look closely.
In the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make.
Wisdom from the Philippines – Exploring Traditional Filipino Sayings part 5
A drop of honey catches more flies than a gallon of gall.
A true friend is a treasure that often goes unnoticed until you need them.
Words may lie, but actions always tell the truth.
The heart’s whisper is louder than the world’s noise.
Remember, a candle loses nothing by lighting another candle.
