A true knight is fuller of bravery in the midst, than in the beginning of danger.
Alexander received more bravery of mind by the pattern of Achilles, than by hearing the definition of fortitude.
All is but lip-wisdom which wants experience.
Come Sleep! Oh Sleep, the certain knot of peace, the baiting-place of wit, the balm of woe, the poor man's wealth, the prisoner's release, the indifferent judge between the high and low.
Eagles we see fly alone; and they are but sheep which always herd together
Either I will find a way, or I will make one
Every occasion will catch the senses of the vain man and with that bridle and saddle you may ride him
If you neglect your work, you will dislike it; if you do it well, you will enjoy it
In forming a judgment, lay your hearts void of foretoken opinions; else, whatsoever is done or said will be measured by a wrong rule; like them who have the jaundice, to whom everything appears yellow
It is safest to be moderately base - to be flexible in shame and to be always ready for what is generous, good, and just, when anything is to be gained by virtue
Nothing sooner overthrows a weak head than opinion of authority; like too strong liquor for a frail glass
Thank God for tea! What would the world do without tea! How did it exist? I am glad I was not born before tea
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This website focuses on proverbs in the Swedish, Danish and Norwegian languages, and some parts including the links below have not been translated to English. They are mainly FAQs, various information and webpages for improving the collection.