More Latin Proverbs

First deserve, and then desire... >>

Truth will be out.... >>

He that hath a head of wax must not walk in the sun.... >>

To whiten ivory with dye is to spoil nature by art.... >>

Old age is venerable.... >>

Other Proverbs

A gilt bridle for an old mule.... (French) >>

When God pleases, it rains in fair weather.... (Spanish) >>

He who strives to do, does more than he who has the power.... (Spanish) >>

A morsel eaten selfishly does not gain a friend.... (Spanish) >>

I thought I had no husband, and I eat up the stew.... (Spanish) >>

Even a hare will insult a dead lion.

- Latin Proverb