A Fox entered the house of an actor and, rummaging through all his properties, came upon a Mask, an admirable imitation of a human head. He placed his paws on it and said, "What a beautiful head! Yet it is of no value, as it entirely lacks brains."
Familiarity breeds contempt.
Outside show is a poor substitute for inner worth.
It is in vain to expect our prayers to be heard, if we do not strive as well as pray.
Appearances are often deceiving.
He that has many friends, has no friends.