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pride goes before a fall; the proud Heike family does not last long
Proverb warning that arrogance leads to downfall, referencing the historical Taira clan's brief glory.
「驕る平家久しからず」というように、成功しても謙虚さを忘れてはいけない。
As the saying goes, 'pride goes before a fall'; even when successful, you must not forget humility.
From the opening of the classic war tale 'The Tale of the Heike', which reflects on the impermanence of the powerful Taira clan.