An oak and a reed were arguing about their strength. When a strong wind came up, the reed avoided being uprooted by bending and leaning with the gusts of wind. But the oak stood firm and was torn up by the roots.
Most arguments are useless.
One who steals has no right to complain if he is robbed.
Please all, and you will please none.
In critical moments even the very powerful have need of the weakest.
Adversity tests the sincerity of friends