Sow not money on the sea, lest it sink.
More Dutch Proverbs:
A single day grants what a whole hear denies.Dutch
He that hears much and speaks not at all -- shall be welcome both in bower and hall.
Dutch
Beggars breed and rich men feed.
Dutch
Escaping from the smoke he falls into the fire.
Dutch
Learn to creep before you run.
Dutch
My shirt is closer to me than my cloak.
Dutch