Category: Fun

Russian Easter Special An egg is dearest at Easter. A non-Easter variant: A spoon is a treasure at dinner-time. English counterparts: Everything is good in its season.

The last riddle was a long time ago. Still, for those who remember, the answer is A SHADOW! The new one is as follows: On the ceiling, a mesh hangs. It was not made by human hands.

An apple won’t fall far from the tree. (Compare Eng: Like father like son) A more modern variation on the theme: An aspen won’t bear oranges. (Eng: You can’t make a silk purse from a sow’s ear)

Last week’s riddle was about two separated brothers. They are, of course, EYES! This week, the riddle is more down to earth: No matter how much you step on it, it’ll continue to run on ahead.

Don’t go to someone else’s monastery with your own rules. Another variant: Don’t go to Tula with your own samovar. (Tula is famous for its samovar manufacturing.) Compare with the Eng.: When in Rome, do as the Romans do.

Last time, we gave you a perplexing colour-based puzzle. We are excited to reveal that the answer is: COW! This week, the riddle will make your eyes water: Two brothers live across the road from one another and never see each other. 🙁 Good luck!