More French Proverbs

Good nature without prudence is foolishness.... >>

Fair is he that comes, but fairer he that brings.... >>

He who wishes to make a golden door drives a nail into it every day.... >>

His like Jean de Nivelle's dog, that runs away when he is called.... >>

Money borrowed is soon sorrowed.... >>

Other Proverbs

My sister's son is a kinsman beyond dispute.... (Spanish) >>

If you love me, John, your acts will tell me so.... (Spanish) >>

I broke my leg, perhaps for my good.... (Spanish) >>

He who seeks, finds.... (Spanish) >>

Every cock is proud on his own dung hill.... (Spanish) >>

When Greek meets Greek, then comes the tug of war.

- French Proverb