A clown enriched knows neither relation nor friend. (French Proverb)
The false friend is like the shadow of a sun-dial. (French Proverb)
Small gifts maintain friendship, big ones maintain love. (French Proverb)
One has always strength enough to bear the misfortunes of one's friends. (French Proverb)
Kindred without friends, friends without power, power without will, will without effect, effect without profit, profit without virtue, is not worth a rush. (French Proverb)