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Even honey seems tasteless to a man who is full; but if he is hungry, he’ll eat anything!

A man who strays from home is like a bird that wanders from its nest.

Friendly suggestions are as pleasant as perfume.

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One who is full loathes honey from the comb,
    but to the hungry even what is bitter tastes sweet.

Like a bird that flees its nest(A)
    is anyone who flees from home.

Perfume(B) and incense bring joy to the heart,
    and the pleasantness of a friend
    springs from their heartfelt advice.

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