Only when all contribute their firewood can they build up a strong fire

Similar sayings:

How can you put out a fire set on a cart-load of firewood with only a cup of water How can you put out a fire set on a cart-load of firewood with only a cup of water
Though you live near a forest, do not waste firewood Though you live near a forest, do not waste firewood
Fight fire with fire Fight fire with fire
Everyone rakes the fire under his own pot Everyone rakes the fire under his own pot
He who can predict winning numbers should not set off fire crackers He who can predict winning numbers should not set off fire crackers

Chinese sayings and proverbs