He who would climb the ladder must begin at the bottom.... >>
Deceive the rich and powerful if you will, but don't insult them... >>
Despair doubles our strength.... >>
Death always comes too early or too late.... >>
Craftiness must have clothes, but truth loves to go naked.... >>
Don't put all your eggs in one basket.... (American) >>
A man assailed is half overcome.... (French) >>
He was slain that had warning, not he that took it.... (French) >>
It is well to fly low on account of the branches.... (French) >>
Horses run after benefices and asses get them.... (French) >>