The genius, wit, and spirit of a nation are discovered in its
proverbs.

The genius, wit, and spirit of a nation are discovered in its
proverbs.

For use almost can change the stamp of nature.

For use almost can change the stamp of nature.

Their rise is one of difficulty, whose merits are impeded by
poverty.

Their rise is one of difficulty, whose merits are impeded by
poverty.

Mercy to him that shows it, is the rule.

Mercy to him that shows it, is the rule.

Covetousnesse breaks the bag.

Covetousnesse breaks the bag.

If thou thy selfe canst doe it, attend no others helpe or hand.

If thou thy selfe canst doe it, attend no others helpe or hand.

It is the Philosophy of the Distaffe.

It is the Philosophy of the Distaffe.

Hee that is a master must serve (another).

Hee that is a master must serve (another).

Men of different tastes have different pursuits.

Men of different tastes have different pursuits.