The grass withers, but the flower fades

Meaning: All worldly things are temporary.

Origin: Biblical proverb from Isaiah 40:8.

Translations

French: L'herbe se fane et la fleur tombe (literally: The grass withers and the flower falls)
Spanish: La hierba se seca y la flor se marchita (literally: The grass dries and the flower withers)
Japanese: 諸行無常 (Shogyō mujō) (literally: All things are impermanent)

First come, first served — Opportunities go to those who arrive early.
A fool and his money are soon parted — Foolish people quickly lose their wealth.
The best time to plant a tree was twenty years ago; the second best time is now — The right time to act is always now, no matter how late it feels.
To know the road ahead, ask those coming back — Learn from people with experience before embarking on an unfamiliar path.
The bamboo that bends is stronger than the oak that resists — Flexibility and adaptability are greater strengths than rigid resistance.
When the student is ready, the teacher will appear — Learning happens when one is truly open and prepared to receive knowledge.

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