The Economic Times

Japanese proverb of the day: 'Fortune exists among...' Life lessons from inspirational proverb on blind greed, unexpected luck, hidden treasure, patience, true happiness, modesty and simplicity

Japanese proverb of the day Fortune exists among leftovers comes from the Japanese saying Nokorimono ni wa fuku ga aru. It teaches that people should not rush to take the first or biggest share. What others leave behind can hold value. The proverb also explains how patience, contentment, modesty and simplicity can help people notice opportunities that greed may cause them to miss.