More French Proverbs

One for the mouse, one for the crow, one to rot, one to grow.... >>

A gilt bridle for an old mule.... >>

He who threatens is afraid.... >>

All the treasures of earth cannot bring back one lost moment.... >>

It is better to be the hammer than the anvil.... >>

Other Proverbs

He who has a good wife can bear any evil.... (Spanish) >>

In prosperity no altars smoke.... (Italian) >>

Love your neighbor, but don't tear down your fence... (Ukranian) >>

Observe your enemies, for they first find your faults... (Greek) >>

He expects to find water at the first stroke of the spade.... (Spanish) >>

He gains enough who loses sorrow.

- French Proverb