Proverbial Wisdom
Express the idea behind each of these proverbs using different words as much as you can.
Express the idea behind each of these proverbs using different words as much as you can.
631. For thre may kepe a counsel — if twain be awaie.
The Ten Commandments of Love, 49
632. What is prudence in the conduct of every private family, can scarce be folly in that of a great kingdom.
The Wealth of Nations
633. When the people have no other tyrant, their own public opinion becomes one.
Ernest Maltravers, Bk VI, Chap. V
634.
O woman! in our hours of ease,
Uncertain, coy, and hard to please.
And variable as the shade
By the light quivering aspen made;
When pain and anguish wring the brow,
A ministering angel thou!
Marmion, Can. VI, XXX
635.
One sickly sheep infects the flock,
And poisons all the rest.
Songs for Children, XXI
636. Lovers ever run before the clock.
Merchant of Venice (Gratiano), Act II, Scene VI