There is nothing for which the boors pray so much to God as that the horses of the squirearchy may not die, for otherwise they would ride the boors with spurs.
More German Proverbs:
Every fool is different.German
Sweet wine makes sour vinegar.
German
It is better to turn back than go astray.
German
A proverb never lies, it is only its meaning which deceives.
German
What you lend to a friend, an enemy sues for.
German
Nobles and dogs leave the door open.
German