Don't speak unless you can improve on the silence.... >>
All's not lost that's in danger.... >>
An ass with her colt goes not straight to the mill.... >>
As is the king, so are his people.... >>
First cobwebs, then chains.... >>
One cannot ring the bells and walk in the procession.... (French) >>
A lizard on a cushion will still seek leaves.... (Russian) >>
Never give advice unless asked... (Arab) >>
The greatest barkers bite not sorest.... (English) >>
The go-between wears out a thousand sandals... (Arab) >>