Meli Melo Collection
"Meli Melo: A Tapestry of Engravings and Proverbs" Step into the world of "meli melo, " where engravings beautifully depict timeless proverbs that hold wisdom and truth
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"Meli Melo: A Tapestry of Engravings and Proverbs" Step into the world of "meli melo, " where engravings beautifully depict timeless proverbs that hold wisdom and truth. As the French saying goes, "Ou il y a de la gene il n y a point de plaisir" - where there is embarrassment, there is no pleasure. These engravings remind us to embrace discomfort as it often leads to growth. "Il ne faut pas semer les perles devant les pourceaux" - pearls should not be thrown before swine. This engraving serves as a reminder to protect our precious gifts from those who cannot appreciate them fully. In times of despair, we find solace in the company of like-minded individuals. "La consolation des malheureux est d'avoir des semblables. " The engraving portrays the power of finding comfort in others who have experienced similar hardships. Generosity towards others' well-being is an admirable trait captured by the phrase, "On est volontiers genereux du bien d'autrui. " These engravings encourage us to extend kindness without expecting anything in return. As life unfolds unexpectedly, we learn that opportunity can sometimes lead one astray. "L'occasion fait le larron" reminds us to stay vigilant and make wise choices when presented with tempting opportunities. "The golden key opens all doors, " or as said in French, "La clef d'or ouvre toutes les portes. " This engraving symbolizes how possessing knowledge or resources can grant access to various possibilities and opportunities. "It n'y a que la première bouteille qui est chère" suggests that only the first bottle is expensive. It teaches us about moderation and warns against excessiveness in indulgences. One's guilt becomes twofold if they are unashamed of their wrongdoing: "Qui n'a pas honte de sa faute est deux fois coupable.