More French Proverbs

Who looks not before finds himself behind.... >>

He carries fire and water.... >>

Every one should sweep before his own door.... >>

A foolish judge passes brief sentence.... >>

A man is valued according to his own estimate of himself.... >>

Other Proverbs

The poor-houses are filled with the honestest people.... (Spanish) >>

Wherever you are, do as you see done.... (Spanish) >>

Beggars must not be choosers.... (Spanish) >>

Between saying and doing many a pair of shoes is worn out.... (Italian) >>

A horseshoe that clatters wants a nail.... (Spanish) >>

When the dog is drowning every one brings him water.

- French Proverb