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Quotes by Matshona Dhliwayo

In knowledge there is strength, in understanding there is might, and in wisdom there is power.

Matshona Dhliwayo

If a fly lands on your food, do not use a hammer to remove it.

Matshona Dhliwayo

A scholar’s pen is more valuable than a warrior’s sword.

Matshona Dhliwayo

A gardener tending to his flowers is as noble as a warrior battling his opponents.

Matshona Dhliwayo

It is not how fast a tree grows, but how well. It is not how big a fruit is, but how sweet.

Matshona Dhliwayo

One who throws stones at others has less to use to build his own house.

Matshona Dhliwayo

If you teach a wolf how to hunt, it will reward you by devouring you.

Matshona Dhliwayo

The further you venture down a river the bigger the fish.

Matshona Dhliwayo

If you fish without proper bait, you will only catch disappointment.

Matshona Dhliwayo

The elephant is the largest, but not the fiercest. The giraffe is the tallest, but not the strongest. The cheetah is the fastest, but not the wisest. The ant is the smallest, but not the gentlest.

Matshona Dhliwayo

If you swim with sharks, make sure you have the appetite of a whale.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Only fools are born wise.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Beware of befriending wolves; remember, they are only loyal to their appetite.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Be like water; soft as it is, it breaks through rocks and impenetrable surfaces.

Matshona Dhliwayo

It is in vain to try and kick the wind.

Matshona Dhliwayo

A rose does not lose sleep because it was mocked by weeds.

Matshona Dhliwayo

It is only safe to mock a crocodile when you have crossed the river.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Knowledge is strength, understanding is mastery, and wisdom is power.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Wisdom is intelligence set on fire.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Money is a great asset, talent is an extraordinary asset, and courage is an exceptional asset.

Matshona Dhliwayo