More Jamaican proverbs
Rain never falls at one man’s door (only).
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb Too many rats never dug a good hole.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb When someone behaves in an overly enthusiastic manner.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb Not everything that comes from above is a blessing.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb Long run, short catch.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb A thick blanket causes a man to sleep late.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb When a man’s belly is filled, he breaks the pot.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb People tend to point out the faults in others than their own.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb The Parson always christens his own child first.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb A woman has a mouth like a fowl.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb Think before you speak.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb Nothing lasts forever.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb That which appears too good, can hurt you.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb What is yours will always be yours.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb Do not underestimate the value of the elderly.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb If you put your hand in the devil’s mouth, take it out carefully.
Jamaican ProverbJamaican Proverb
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