Iraqi Proverbs
Sayings of Iraqi origin Whoever writes a book should be ready to accept criticism. Their fire eats their wood. Tell me who your friends are, and I'll tell you who you are. When a camel falls to the ground, the knives are many. He who is watching the club does not understand the one who is beaten with it. You will discover your true friends in moments of crisis. Trust in Allah, but keep a tight leash on your camel. A book is like a garden carried in the pocket. When stomachs are operating eyes become blind. The tree is diseased by its own worms. Go beat your head on the wall. He is not the owner yet he makes noise on the roof. The Republic of Iraq Iraq is a country in Western Asia. The country is bordered by Turkey to the north, Iran to the east, Kuwait to the southeast, Saudi Arabia to the south, Jordan to the southwest, and Syria to the west. The southern part of Iraq is within the Arabian Peninsula. The largest ethnic groups in Iraq are Arabs and Kurds...