Proverbial Wisdom

Express the idea behind each of these proverbs using different words as much as you can.

223. One minute gives invention to destroy; what to rebuild, will a whole age employ.

William Congreve (1670-1729)

The Double Dealer (Maskwell), Act I, Scene VI

224. ’Tis good in every cause, you know,
To have two strings unto our bow.

Charles Churchill (1732-1764)

The Ghost, Bk IV, line 1296

225. If thou would’st be happy, learn to please.

Matthew Prior (1664-1721)

Solomon, Bk II, line 266

226. He that will not use the rod on his child, his child shall be used as a rod on him.

Thomas Fuller (1654-1734)

Holy and Profane States. Holy State,
The Good Parent.

227. Guiltiness will speak
Though tongues were out of use.

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Othello (Iago), Act V, Scene I

228. Many little leaks may sink a ship.

Thomas Fuller (1654-1734)

Holy and Profane States; Holy State: The Good Servant.