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Sell (someone's) birthright for a mess of pottage
Перевод sell (someone's) birthright for a mess of pottage на русский язык
sell (someone's) birthright for a mess of pottage
He sold his birthright for a mess of pottage when he gave up his family business for a quick profit.
Он продал своё первородство за чечевичную похлёбку, когда отказался от семейного бизнеса ради быстрой прибыли.
Опеределения
To sacrifice something of great value or importance for a trivial or temporary gain, often referring to a poor decision made for immediate gratification.