More French Proverbs

He wears the mourning of his washerwoman.... >>

Every one should sweep before his own door.... >>

Who punishes one threatens a hundred.... >>

Never put your finger between the tree and the bark.... >>

Pick and choose, and take the worst.... >>

Other Proverbs

Long life to the conqueror.... (Spanish) >>

It is not necessary to light a candle to the sun.... (Chinese) >>

He who rides the tiger can never dismount.... (Chinese) >>

He who would rise in the world should veil his ambition with... (Chinese) >>

Be on your guard against a silent dog and still water... (Chinese) >>

At the king's court every one for himself.

- French Proverb