Expressions (A–Z)
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A lion does not roar over a heap of straw, but over a heap of flesh
A lion only roars when it has good food within reach. Figuratively: When a perso...
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He straightened his stature, he lifted his head
See: "Standing upright."
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He that climbs too high falls heavily / Pride goes before a fall
Pride or arrogance often leads to downfall. The expression originates from the n...
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If you have studied much Torah, do not credit yourself!
Do not be smug or excessively self-assured if you have studied much. You have on...
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Stand tall
See: "Lift up her head."
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The arrogant - his wisdom departs from him
The punishment of the arrogant is that his wisdom will be diminished.
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The donkey brays only when a basket of carobs is before it
The donkey makes noise only when it has food available. Figuratively: a person b...
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They came upright like barley and went low like lentils
Figuratively: They arrived full of pride and left humiliated. Or: They started w...
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With an outstretched neck
Figuratively: with pride or in an arrogant manner of walking.
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