More English Proverbs

Death always comes too early or too late... >>

The tongue ever turns to the aching tooth.... >>

Still he fisheth that catcheth one.... >>

Deeds are fruits, words are leaves.... >>

The Devil's children have the Devil's luck.... >>

Other Proverbs

Give orders and do no more, and nothing will come of it.... (Spanish) >>

A bad compromise is better than a successful suit.... (Spanish) >>

Entreaties to get him to sing, and entreaties to leave off.... (Spanish) >>

When one is dead, it is for a long while.... (French) >>

Half the truth is often a whole lie.... (French) >>

He who sups with the devil has need of a long spoon.

- English Proverb