More Spanish Proverbs

Let them whip me in the market-place, provided it be not known at home... >>

What my neighbour eats does my stomach no good.... >>

Use power to curb power... >>

The official who can't lie may as well be out of the world.... >>

The old wife, if she does not serve for a pot, serves for a cover.... >>

Other Proverbs

Familiarity breeds contempt.... (English) >>

The nimblest footman is a false tale.... (French) >>

God's work is soon done.... (French) >>

A diamond with a flaw is worth more than a pebble without im... (Chinese) >>

Advice when most needed is least heeded.... (English) >>

Ask not after a good man's pedigree.

- Spanish Proverb