More English Proverbs

A blind man will not thank you for a looking-glass.... >>

Adversity flatters no man.... >>

Beggars cannot be choosers.... >>

A fair October and a good blast, will blow the hag and her broom away ... >>

Beware of a man's shadow and a bee's sting... >>

Other Proverbs

To go as fast as a friar that is invited to dinner.... (French) >>

He who does not bait his hook fishes in vain.... (French) >>

God save you from a man who has but one business.... (French) >>

Every elm has its man.... (French) >>

He is rich who is satisfied.... (French) >>

There are a thousand hacking at the branches of evil to one who is striking at the root.

- English Proverb