1234 Sicilian Proverbs / Page 75
- 741. The bands of Palermo and the privileges of Messina.
 - 742. The bankrupt merchant is half rich.
- 743. The barking of dogs does not reach heaven.
- 744. The beauty of the play is to do deeds and speak little.
- 745. The bed of the Dominicans, the table of the Capuccins, and the luxury of the Benedictines.
- 746. The best of all worlds: A sunny Christmas and a log fire on Easter.
- 747. The big bells have to ring, in order for the little bells to ring.
- 748. The bigger the chance, the less the security.
- 749. The boss said to the servant, when there isn't what you want, eat what there is.
- 750. The bride's faults are hidden by the dowry.
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