The Routledge Book of World Proverbs
A man shows his character by what he laughs at. (German)
A man’s character reaches town before his person. (Danish)
A pretty face and fine clothes do not make character. (African)
Bring forth what is in you. (Roman)
Character and appearance remain with you until the grave. (Mexican)
Character is a god; according to the way you behave it supports you. (Yoruban)
Character is habit long continued. (Greek)
Study carefully the character of the one you recommend, lest his misdeeds bring you shame. (Roman)
Those who cross the seas change their climate, but not their character. (Roman)
When the character of a man is not clear to you, look at his friends. (Japanese)
You can judge a man by the company he keeps. (Danish)
You know the man by the company he keeps. (English)
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