He is a friend who, in dubious circumstances, aids in deeds when deeds are necessary.
You must spend money, if you wish to make money.
That man is worthless who knows how to receive a favor, but not how to return one.
Spice a dish with love and it pleases every palate.
Flame is very near to smoke.
Slander-mongers and those who listen to slander, if I had my way, would all be strung up, the talkers by the tongue, the listeners by the ears.