There are many statues of men slaying lions, but if only the lions were sculptors there might be quite a different set of statues.
AESOPTry as one may, it is impossible to deny one’s nature.
More Aesop Quotes
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Look and see which way the wind blows before you commit yourself.
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A man is known by the company he keeps.
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Adversity tests the sincerity of friends.
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In serving the wicked, expect no reward, and be thankful if you escape injury for your pains.
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A man who looks to his friends for help will take his time about a thing.
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The more you want, the more you stand to lose.
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Better be wise by the misfortunes of others than by your own.
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The smaller the mind, the greater the conceit.
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The quarrels of friends are the opportunities of foes.
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A liar will not be believed even when he speaks the truth.
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Try as one may, it is impossible to deny one’s nature.
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Poverty with security is better than plenty in the midst of fear and uncertainty.
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It is easy to be brave from a safe distance.
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Fine clothes may disguise, but silly words will disclose a fool.
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It is not only fine feathers that make fine birds.
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