We often give our enemies the means for our own destruction.
It is with our passions as it is with fire and water, they are good servants, but bad masters.
We would often be sorry if our wishes were gratified.
It is not only fine feathers that make fine birds.
Beware that you do not lose the substance by grasping at the shadow.
What a splendid head, yet no brain.
Self-conceit may lead to self destruction.
In union there is strength.
Be content with your lot; one cannot be first in everything.
Fine clothes may disguise, but silly words will disclose a fool.
It is thrifty to prepare today for the wants of tomorrow.
Men often bear little grievances with less courage than they do large misfortunes.
Put your shoulder to the wheel.
Outside show is a poor substitute for inner worth.
Better to starve free than be a fat slave.
The greatest kindness will not bind the ungrateful.
Do not count your chickens before they are hatched.
The tyrant will always find a pretext for his tyranny.
Look and see which way the wind blows before you commit yourself.
Beware of a wolf in sheep’s clothing.