"The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person doing it."

"A book holds a house of gold."

"He who strikes the first blow admits he's lost the argument."

"A child's life is like a piece of paper on which every person leaves a mark."

"The man who comes with a tale about others has himself an ax to grind."

"He who asks is a fool for five minutes, but he who does not ask remains a fool forever."

"Make your bargain before beginning to plow."

"Keep your broken arm inside your sleeve."

"Trumpet in a herd of elephants; crow in the company of cocks; bleat in a flock of goats."

"A country can be judged by the quality of its proverbs."

"Don't make use of another's mouth unless it has been lent to you."

"Don't stay long when the husband is not at home."