It often happens, that misery will follow a marriage when the dowry is too large.
He who does not know how to be silent will not know how to speak.
Let the blacksmith wear the chains he has himself made.
Be not arrogant when fortune smiles, or dejected when she frowns.
Begin whatever you have to do: the beginning of a work stands for the whole.
If you are a terror to many, then beware of many.