More French Proverbs

Possession is as good as a title.... >>

In calm water every ship has a good captain.... >>

'Twixt the word and the deed there's a long step.... >>

A good driver turns in a small space.... >>

A fine cage won't feed the bird.... >>

Other Proverbs

As are the times, so are the manners.... (Spanish) >>

An ill workman always blames his tools.... (English) >>

He who avoids the temptation avoids the sin.... (Spanish) >>

God does not smite with both hands.... (Spanish) >>

Be happy while you're living, For you're a long time dead... (Greek) >>

A drowning man clings to a blade of grass.

- French Proverb