More French Proverbs

Reason not with the great, 'tis a perilous gate.... >>

No lock avails against a hatchet.... >>

Let him who feels he has a dirty nose wipe it.... >>

No fire without smoke.... >>

Stolen fruit is sweet.... >>

Other Proverbs

A blow with a reed makes a noise but hurts not.... (Spanish) >>

It's not worth crying over spilt milk.... (Spanish) >>

The fox that tarries long is on the watch for prey.... (Spanish) >>

Knowledge, teaching and words may be deeds.... (Spanish) >>

Play's gude, while it is play.... (Spanish) >>

A man may bear till his back breaks.

- French Proverb