More French Proverbs

He that holds the handle of a frying-pan runs the risk of burning hims... >>

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There is no bush so small but casts its shadow.... >>

Marriages are written in heaven.... >>

Take heed of an ox before. an ass behind, and a monk on all sides.... >>

Other Proverbs

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A book holds a house of gold.... (Chinese) >>

Zeal without knowledge is the sister of folly.... (English) >>

Below the navel there is neither religion nor truth... (Chinese) >>

Don't think there are no crocodiles because the water is cal... (Japanese) >>

What is true is not always probable.

- French Proverb