German proverbs

Pray as though no work could help, and work as though no prayer could help.

He who has once invited the devil into his house, will never be rid of him.

He who forces love when none is found, remains a fool the whole year round.

For the diligent, a week has seven days; for the slothful, seven tomorrows.

He who cheats a cheat and robs a thief, earns a dispensation for 100 years.

Women and wine, game and deceit, Make the wealth small and the wants great.

Wherever there is mischief, there is sure to be a priest and a woman in it.

He who takes no care of little things, will not have the care of great ones.

The bridge between joy and sorrow is not long. Confidence begets confidence.

Who has, let him thereof take heed; love wanes, misfortune comes with speed.

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