More Russian Proverbs

A field held in common is always ravaged by bears.... >>

A handfull of patience is worth a bushel of brains... >>

The old bear falls into the old trap.... >>

An icy May fills the granaries.... >>

When you live next to the cemetery you cannot weep for everyone.... >>

Other Proverbs

The mule long keeps a kick in reserve for its master.... (French) >>

Some go to law, for the wagging of a straw.... (Spanish) >>

If you want to be respected, you must respect yourself.... (Spanish) >>

For whom sword and courage are not enough, corslet and lance... (Spanish) >>

Spring has come when you can put your foot on three daisies.... (English) >>

God wanted to chastise mankind, so he sent lawyers.

- Russian Proverb