An empty knapsack is heavier to carry than a full one.
More Serbian Proverbs:
Quick to believe is quickly deceived.Serbian
A dead man pays no debts.
Serbian
If you can't hold on to the horse's mane then don't try to hang on to its tail.
Serbian
When big bells ring, little ones are not heard.
Serbian
It does no harm now and then to burn a candle for the devil.
Serbian
Where there are no dogs the wolves will howl.
Serbian