Dictators ride to and fro upon tigers which they dare not dismount.
More Hindustani Proverbs:
The tree casts its shade upon all, even upon the woodcutter.Hindustani
Give your ears to words but do not give your words to ears.
Hindustani
Once out of the throat it spreads over the world.
Hindustani
It is a cart if it goes well, otherwise it is but timber.
Hindustani
No sooner have you spoken than what you have said becomes the property of another.
Hindustani