What is a workman without his tools?

More proverbs about Perseverance

• Trade knows neither friends nor kindred. Business transactions dissolve personal loyalties; profit motives override familial bonds…
• Fall not out with a friend for a trifle. Friendships are too valuable to sacrifice over minor disagreements or petty disputes.
• He who seeketh trouble never misseth it. Persistent negativity and conflict-seeking behavior inevitably attract the very problems…
• Trust in God, and keep your powder dry. Maintain faith while preparing pragmatically for conflict; spiritual confidence shouldn't…
• Try your friend before you trust him. Test a person's character through small, low-stakes interactions before depending on them…
• If things were to be done twice, all would be wise. Hindsight reveals mistakes, but life allows no rehearsals—act carefully the first time.