10 of the best Egyptian proverbs and quotes of all time

We all have certain things we like to do when we're feeling a bit down or upset. Whether it be with the help of music, diving into a hobby, or talking to a loved one, there's always some sort of comfort zone we subconsciously run to.

For some, proverbs and quotes tend to do the trick; simply because sometimes, all you need is a little reminder or a gentle nudge to make you feel better.

This saying translates to "nothing ever lasts forever" and it is told to people who are going through a rough patch in their lives.

This proverb means that people who are truly beautiful from the inside will shine no matter what and people who are ugly from the inside will never be beautiful.

Meaning, what goes around comes around. In other words, karma.

This proverb translates to "break a girl's rib-bone and she'll grow 24." This is said to some Egyptian women to help empower them and encourage them to fight for equal rights as men.

Meaning, what's best is yet to come.

This translates to "you can't always get what you want" and it is said to people who are upset over not getting something they want.

This proverb means that "you can't take properties and objects to the grave" and it is told to people who pay too much attention to materialistic objects instead of focusing on their spiritual well-being.

Meaning, "being alone is better than to be with bad company" and it is often told when one just got out of a bad relationship or has a set of unappreciative, or generally bad, friends.

This translates to "things are easier said than done." However, it is used to criticize someone who was able to get out of a situation and is dictating to others who remain in a dilemma how to deal, act and feel. It is also said to know-it-alls.

Meaning, be wary of people who pretend they're good only to hide their true nature.