More Spanish Proverbs

The lion is not so fierce as he is painted.... >>

He that will not when he may, when he will he shall have nay.... >>

Before you marry, beware, for it is a knot difficult to untie.... >>

A little gall embitters much honey.... >>

A full belly is neither good for flight, nor for fighting.... >>

Other Proverbs

Leave the minster where it is.... (French) >>

He who searches for pearls should not sleep... (English) >>

An enemy does not sleep.... (French) >>

A good fox does not eat his neighbour's fowls.... (French) >>

Don't make use of another's mouth unless it has been leant t... (Jewish) >>

He who reforms, God assists.

- Spanish Proverb