More German Proverbs

To deceive a diplomat speak the truth, he has no experience with it... >>

God sells knowledge for labour -- honour for risk... >>

Who does not respect himself, will not be respected from others.... >>

Wheresoever you go, go with all your heart... >>

One drink is just right; two is too many; three are too few... >>

Other Proverbs

One ass among many monkeys is grinned at by all.... (Spanish) >>

No jesting with edged tools.... (French) >>

Before St. John's Day for rain we pray, after that we get it... (English) >>

Between saying and doing there is a long road.... (Spanish) >>

Don't speak unless you can improve on the silence.... (Spanish) >>

He who cannot doubt, is a stupid man.

- German Proverb