The lion's not half so fierce as he's painted.... >>
When fire and water are at war, it is the fire that loses.... >>
Sow dry and set wet.... >>
Please the eye, and pick the purse.... >>
Truth and oil, always come to the surface.... >>
A fog from the sea brings corn to the mills.... (English) >>
By biting and scratching cats and dogs come together.... (French) >>
Never give advice in a crowd... (English) >>
There is no spite like that of a proud beggar.... (French) >>
Praise a maid in the morning, and the weather at night.... (Italian) >>