More Spanish Proverbs

The wolf commits no mischief at home.... >>

I left what I knew for what I heard praised, and repented.... >>

For all one's early rising, it dawns none the sooner.... >>

A determined heart will not be counselled.... >>

A turtle makes progress when it sticks its neck out.... >>

Other Proverbs

A cat pent up becomes a lion.... (Italian) >>

It is well to leave off playing when the game is at its best... (French) >>

Children and fools have merry lives.... (French) >>

A guest and a fish after three days are poison.... (French) >>

A black plum is as sweet as a white.... (English) >>

In the report, of riches and goodness always bate one half.

- Spanish Proverb