There are many statues of men slaying lions, but if only the lions were sculptors there might be quite a different set of statues.

If you don't want to lose, you should wait for the right opportunity

Vices are their own punishment

Liars often set their own traps.

I thought these grapes were ripe, but I see now they are quite sour.

Our insignificance is often the cause of our safety.

Do not count your chickens before they are hatched.