Rely only on yourself; it is a common proverb.
JEAN DE LA FONTAINEEvery flatterer lives at the expense of him who listens to him.
More Jean de La Fontaine Quotes
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Is not moderation an old refrain Ringing in our ears? from which we all refrain.
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Man is so made that when anything fires his soul, impossibilities vanish.
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One should stick to the sort of thing for which one was made; I tried to be an herbalist, Whereas I should keep to the butchers trade.
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By the work one knows the workman.
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Let ignorance talk as it will, learning has its value.
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Men of all ages have the same inclinations, over which reason exercises no control. Thus, wherever men are found, there are follies, ay, and the same follies.
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We believe no evil till the evil’s done.
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We ought never to scoff at the wretched, for who can be sure of continued happiness?
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We love good looks rather than what is practical, Though good looks may prove destructive.
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All roads lead to Rome, but our antagonists think we should choose different paths.
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Sensible people find nothing useless.
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Nothing is so oppressive as a secret: women find it difficult to keep one long; and I know a goodly number of men who are women in this regard.
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Dressed in the lion’s skin, the ass spread terror far and wide.
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If you deal with a fox, think of his tricks.
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Nothing is so dangerous as an ignorant friend; a wise enemy is worth more.
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