More French Proverbs

When the child is christened you will have godfathers enough.... >>

He had need rise early who would please everybody.... >>

He is the devil's valet, he does more that he is ordered.... >>

Fear is a great inventor.... >>

He that is too secure is not safe.... >>

Other Proverbs

When you have only two pennies left in the world, buy a loaf... (Jewish) >>

To your son give a good name and a trade.... (Spanish) >>

Who is to bell the cat?... (Spanish) >>

Though the sun shines, leave not your cloak at home.... (Spanish) >>

Woe to the mule that sees not her master.... (Spanish) >>

He who wishes to live at Rome must not quarrel with the pope.

- French Proverb