Far from court, far from care.

Meaning: Distance from power's intrigues shields one from their anxieties and dangers.

Origin: From 'A Dictionary of English Proverbs and Proverbial Phrases' (1870). Public domain.

More proverbs about Wisdom

• Less of your courtesy, and more of your purse. — Generosity of wallet matters far more than polite words when someone needs material help.
• Men dream in courtship but in wedlock wake. — Romantic idealization fades when fantasy must survive the daily realities of married life.
• Stretch your legs according to your coverlet. — Live within your means; don't spend beyond what you can afford or possess.
• Cowardice is afraid to be known or seen. — Fear of exposure reveals cowardice itself—the truly brave face scrutiny without shame.
• The greatest crabs are not always the best meat. — Size alone doesn't guarantee quality; assess substance beneath surface appearances.
• He must crack the nut that would eat the kernel. — Effort and perseverance are necessary prerequisites; you cannot enjoy rewards without end…

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