A beggar on his feet is worth more than an emperor in his grave.
More French Proverbs:
A woman laughs when she can, and weeps when she pleases.French
There is nothing new, but what has become antiquated.
French
Never say, Fountain, I will not drink of thy water.
French
To enjoy life is worth so much more than it costs.
French
Nine tailors make a man.
French
A glaring sunny morning, a woman that talks Latin, and a child reared on wine, never come to a good end.
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