A tree, freshly rooted, may be pulled up by one man on his own. Give it time, and it will not be moved, even with a crane

It is wrong to follow the advice of an adversary; nevertheless it is right to hear it, that you may do the contrary; and this is the essence of good policy.

A wise man among the ignorant is as a beautiful girl in the company of blind men.

The bird alighteth not on the spread net when it beholds another bird in the snare. Take warning by the misfortunes of others, that others may not take example from you.

He who is a slave to his stomach seldom worships God.

The rich man is everywhere expected and at home.

Publish not men's secret faults, for by disgracing them you make yourself of no repute.