“Cut your coat according to your cloth.”
Quote by John Heywood
Work
A Dialogue of Proverbs: Edited, with Introd., Commentary, and Indexes. by Rudolph E. Habenicht
A Dialogue of Proverbs is a scholarly work that brings together a collection of proverbs, meticulously edited by Rudolph E. Habenicht. The book includes an introductory section that provides context and background on the proverbs, as well as detailed commentary that offers insights and explanations. Additionally, the book is equipped with indexes to facilitate quick access to specific proverbs or themes. more
Author
John Heywood
John Heywood (1497-1580) was an influential English writer, playwright, and poet during the Renaissance. His extensive works, including plays, poetry, and prose, have had a profound impact on British literature. more
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Source: The proverbs and epigrams of John Heywood: with an app. of variations
“It had need to bee A wylie mouse that should breed in the cats eare.”
“Nought venture, nought have. [Nothing ventured, nothing gained.]”
“All things on earth thus change, some up, some down; Content's a kingdom, and I wear that crown.”
“Put your toong in your purse.”
Source: A Dialogue on Wit and Folly