Proverbs Quotes

A country can be judged by the quality of its proverbs.

The reverse side also has a reverse side.

If God lived on earth, people would break his windows.

First secure an independent income, then practice virtue.

He who asks is a fool for five minutes, but he who does not ask remains a fool forever.

If you believe everything you read, better not read.

The big thieves hang the little ones.

Speak the truth, but leave immediately after.

A handful of patience is worth more than a bushel of brains.

A smiling face is half the meal.

What may be done at any time will be done at no time.

The gem cannot be polished without friction, nor man perfected without trials.

Don't throw away the old bucket until you know whether the new one holds water.

Good habits result from resisting temptation.

Charity sees the need not the cause.

Who begins too much accomplishes little.

Write down the advice of him who loves you, though you like it not at present.

When the character of a man is not clear to you, look at his friends.

Make your bargain before beginning to plow.

Hold a true friend with both hands.