More German Proverbs

He who cannot doubt, is a stupid man.... >>

When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannot hurt you... >>

God sells knowledge for labour -- honour for risk... >>

First food, then moral... >>

He who asks is a fool for five minutes, but he who does not ask remain... >>

Other Proverbs

Fools and bairns should never see half-done work.... (Spanish) >>

Always talk big and you will never be forgotten.... (French) >>

'Tis a silly sheep that makes the wolf her confessor.... (French) >>

A friend's meat is soon ready.... (French) >>

While one milks the ram, the other holds under the sieve.... (Chinese) >>

Fall seven times, stand up eight

- German Proverb