Korean Proverb Series 16As Rice Ripens, It Bows Its Head"벼는 익을수록 고개를 숙인다"(Byeoneun ik-eulsurok gogaereul suginda)🕰️ 1. The Proverb’s Core MeaningThe Korean proverb “벼는 익을수록 고개를 숙인다” literally translates to:“As rice ripens, it bows its head lower.”It conveys the idea that true wisdom and virtue naturally lead to humility.Just as ripened rice stalks bend under the weight of their full grains, gen..
