Let every tub stand on its own bottom.... >>
He who has been stung by the scorpion is frightened at its shadow.... >>
From smooth water God preserve me, from rough I will preserve myself.... >>
When every one says you are an ass, bray.... >>
God grant me to argue with those who understand me.... >>
A hundred years a banner, a hundred years a barrow. [Signify... (French) >>
One must talk soothingly to the dog until one has passed him... (French) >>
Witches and harlots come out at night.... (English) >>
A man may lead a horse to water, but cannot make him drink.... (English) >>
He who sups with the devil has need of a long spoon.... (English) >>