In this post, we have compiled 10 beautiful Irish proverbs for you! Full of common sense and poetry, we are sure they will inspire you!

1. Whoever is not strong must be clever

Meaning: He who is not strong must be intelligent.

2. Truth is spilled, when wine is filled.

Meaning: People tell the truth when they are drunk.

3. A good name is more precious than gold

Meaning: A good reputation is the greatest wealth.

4. Your feet will bring you to where your heart is

Meaning: Your feet will guide you to where your heart is.

 5. Still waters run deep

Meaning: A quiet or placid manner may conceal a passionate nature.

6. Even the smallest spark can light the greatest fire

Meaning: Even a very small action can initiate great things

7. Let sleeping dogs lie

Meaning: Do not stir up old resentments, let what belongs to the past in the past.

8. The more someone has, the more they want

Meaning: The more we have, the more we want to have.

9. However long the day, the evening will come

Meaning: No matter what happens time will pass and every problem will subside

10. You’ll never plow a field turning it over in your mind

Meaning: Merely thinking about something won’t get it done

We hope that you enjoyed this guide to 10 Irish proverbs and their meanings. If you’re interested in visiting Ireland, there’s no better way than on an Ireland walking vacation.