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Reap What You Sow

You can gain a lot of wisdom through studying proverbs from around the world. Today’s proverb originated in Israel around AD 40 and spread through the book of Galatians around the globe. Now, it is a key proverb for daily life in both South Korea and the United States. Comment below if you know of other countries where it is common, too.

Su Yeon | South Korea

Hi, my name is Su Yeon, and I’m from South Korea. My favorite proverb from my country is

You reap what you sow.

What Does it Mean?

If you do well to others, you will get that much profit.

Why Do I Like It?

It’s a proverb that gives me the will to do kind things.

How Does It Relate to My Life?

By giving kindness to others, I have gained a lot of trust from people in school and I will continue to make the effort.

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