More French Proverbs

In borrowing an angel, in repaying a devil.... >>

All is not lost that is delayed.... >>

Where there is nothing the king loses his rights.... >>

A galled horse will not endure the comb.... >>

A man may threaten yet be afraid.... >>

Other Proverbs

Where there are no swamps there are no frogs... (Spanish) >>

Better a quiet death than a public misfortune.... (Spanish) >>

Give neither counsel nor salt till you are asked for it.... (Italian) >>

The righteous man sins before an open chest.... (Spanish) >>

He who pledges or promises runs in debt.... (Spanish) >>

Wine will not keep in a foul vessel.

- French Proverb