As cold waters to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far
country.

As cold waters to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far
country.

It is not fair to treat as serious that which is only said in
joke.

It is not fair to treat as serious that which is only said in
joke.

Every one is witty for his owne purpose.

Every one is witty for his owne purpose.

The eye will have his part.

The eye will have his part.

It is a kingly act to help the fallen.

It is a kingly act to help the fallen.

Charity begins at home.
[Lat., Proximus sum egomet mihi.]

Charity begins at home.
[Lat., Proximus sum egomet mihi.]

Beasts of like kind will spare those of kindred spots.

Beasts of like kind will spare those of kindred spots.

But men are men; the best sometimes forget.

But men are men; the best sometimes forget.

If any would not work, neither shall he eat.

If any would not work, neither shall he eat.