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“When a blind man says he will throw a stone, he already has his foot on the stone.”

A person who seems to lack full ability still finds a practical way to prepare before acting.

— Traditional Togo Wisdom, Togo

Source: Traditional Togo proverb, public-domain oral tradition

More Proverbs from Togo

“A cripple does not start a war song.”

A boastful challenge should not come from someone unable to back it up — a warning against empty bravado.

Source: Traditional Togo proverb, public-domain oral tradition

“You change your steps according to the changing rhythm of the drum.”

Adapt your approach as circumstances change; rigid thinking fails in a changing world.

Source: Traditional Togo proverb, public-domain oral tradition

“Tasty soup draws seats to itself.”

Good work and good character need no advertising — they naturally attract recognition and company.

Source: Traditional Togo proverb, public-domain oral tradition

“Every country has its own way of dressing a chicken.”

Different communities have different customs; respect local ways when you are among them.

Source: Traditional Togo proverb, public-domain oral tradition

“The blacksmith of one village becomes an apprentice in another.”

Status and reputation are relative to place; do not assume your standing travels with you unchanged.

Source: Traditional Togo proverb, public-domain oral tradition

“Suffering and happiness are twins.”

Joy and hardship are inseparable companions in life; maturity means accepting both.

Source: Traditional Togo proverb, public-domain oral tradition