"The scorpion stings not out of malice bu..." - Egyptian Proverb

“The scorpion stings not out of malice but because it is its nature.”

- Egyptiannature

Meaning

Some beings act according to their nature; do not expect them to change.

Egyptian desert dwellers have long coexisted with scorpions. Understanding an animal's nature prevents both surprise and resentment.

Origin

Egyptian

Language

Arabic

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