The world could have been great if only people had been more useful.
More German Proverbs:
There is no one luckier than he who thinks himself so.German
Appearances are deceitful.
German
On poor people's beards the young barber learns his trade.
German
If you fail to practice your art, it will soon disappear.
German
When the word is out, it belongs to another.
German
Not every one may pluck roses.
German