Tag: proverb

When in Rome, do as the Romans do is an excellent proverb that is useful anywhere in the world except in Rome. Anyone visiting the Eternal City is determined to live by it during their stay and will invariably go home utterly defeated. Not that they don’t try hard enough. Being treated li...

There is a famous proverb about a teacup. Although there are multiple versions, here is my favorite one: Once upon a time, there was a wise Zen master. People traveled from far away to seek his help. In return, he would teach them and show them the way to enlightenment. On this particular day,...

Not all white people is an ancient white proverb that has echoed throughout time and space, especially within the last century. Though the phrase crackles loudly, like a Midwest summer storm, it carries as much validity as an expired coupon. Like many other white proverbs, not...