Proverbs are a part of almost every language and culture. Proverbs help us gain knowledge , wisdom and truths . Since centuries proverbs are being in use till now. Once again lets have a look on some proverbs and their meanings.
1. A bad workman always blames his tools.
People say a bad workman blames his tools when someone says that something they have done is not of good quality because they did not have the correct things to do it with, to mean that it is really because they did not have enough skill.
Example: X: The player blamed the weather for his poor performance but it’s the case of a bad workman blaming his tools.
2. A diamond with a flaw is better than a common stone that is perfect.
Its better to have something valuable that isn’t perfect than something useless that is perfect. Moreover a rare, precious opportunity that comes with some problems is better than a regular opportunity that seems to be perfect.
3. A goose quill is more dangerous than a lion’s claw.
Foul, inconsiderate words can cause more pain than a physical attack. Criticsm or defamation in written can be more harmful or cause more pain than a physical attack.
4. A happy heart is better than a full purse.
A 2010 study at Princeton University points that happiness increases with money but only till basic needs are met. After that, money matters much less. It is more important for a person to be happy instead of being wealthy. One should be happy at heart, fully contended, and not blindly run after hoarding wealth.
5. A jack of all trades is master of none.
Someone who is able to do many things, but is not an expert in any skills .A person with some knowledge of several fields (jack of all trades) can’t be a master in any of them.
6. A ship in the harbor is safe, but that’s not what a ship is for.
This proverb advises npt to be afraid but instead take that risk or leave your comfort zone, as that’s what life is all about. Although the sea looks fiece and the ship could sink but a ship was created to sail in the sea Not to remain in the sheltered harbour. So Get out of your comfort zone to grow and fulfill your potential.
