"zeal without knowledge is a runaway horse" meaning in All languages combined

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Proverb [English]

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  1. Enthusiasm of an inexperienced person will cause harm. Related terms: a little knowledge is a dangerous thing, set a beggar on horseback and he'll ride to the Devil

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