It is better to have to do with God than with his saints.
More French Proverbs:
Another's misfortune is only a dream.French
A beautiful maxim in the memory is like a piece of gold in the purse.
French
One candle for St. Michael, and another for his devil.
French
Snakes prefer to hide under flowers.
French
He, who more than he is worth doth spend, E'en makes a rope, his life to end.
French
Foul linen should be washed at home.
French