Conflicting Proverbs?

Question

Look before you leap versus He who hesitates is lost.

Many hands make light work versus Too many cooks spoil the broth.

Answer 1

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Two heads are better than one v If you want something doing right, do it yourself.

There's a list at http://www.rinkworks.com/words/proverbs.shtml

Answer 2

Many proverbs can be made to appear conflicting but only if they are taken out of context.

The ones you have quoted are used in totally different circumstances and are relevant to where they are used.

Answer 3

Ah yes, life is full of contradictions!

Answer 4

Good point.