More French Proverbs

He was slain that had warning, not he that took it.... >>

He who sows virtue reaps fame.... >>

It is not the burden but the over-burden that kills the beast.... >>

He who is anxious for the death of another has a long rope to pull.... >>

He who bestirs himself sucks up, he who lies still dries up.... >>

Other Proverbs

A maid who laughs is half taken.... (English) >>

Whom the gods love die young.... (Spanish) >>

A field held in common is always ravaged by bears.... (Russian) >>

When they offer you a ring, hold out your finger.... (Spanish) >>

To the good listener, half a word is enough.... (Spanish) >>

Truth is the club that knocks down and kills everybody.

- French Proverb