"sæt ikke dit lys under en skæppe" meaning in Danish

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Proverb

Etymology: A reference to the bible, specifically part #15 of chapter 5 of the gospel of Matthew. Head templates: {{head|da|proverb|"Don't put your light under a bushel."}} sæt ikke dit lys under en skæppe ("Don't put your light under a bushel.")
  1. Don't purposely hide your talents.
    Sense id: en-sæt_ikke_dit_lys_under_en_skæppe-da-proverb-2atoM-6H Categories (other): Danish entries with incorrect language header, Danish proverbs

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