Manx Proverbs

Manx Proverbs carry island wisdom from the Isle of Man, where Celtic roots met Norse seafarers. They echo windswept coasts, fishing and farming, and a stubborn pride kept alive beside Tynwald’s ancient parliament.

The little hemlock is sister to the great hemlock. (Manx Proverb)
Hot broth softens hard bread. View proverb
Manx Proverb
How good to be forward, but how bad to be too forward. View proverb
Manx Proverb
It is easy to bake where there is plenty of meal. View proverb
Manx Proverb
It's good to be forward, but bad to be too impudent. View proverb
Manx Proverb
Learning is fine clothes for the rich man, and riches for the poor man. View proverb
Manx Proverb
Let every bird hatch its own eggs. View proverb
Manx Proverb
Listen with each ear, then to judgment. View proverb
Manx Proverb
Man has his own will, but woman has her own way. View proverb
Manx Proverb
Many a man has been guarding the bush and another plucking the fruit. View proverb
Manx Proverb
Maybe the last dog is catching the hare. (Manx Proverb)
Poor, poor for ever. View proverb
Manx Proverb
When the sun shines is the time to make up hay. View proverb
Manx Proverb
When the wind blows the sea is moving. View proverb
Manx Proverb
While seeking new friends, hold to the old. View proverb
Manx Proverb
Whoever is durable, the aged will not be durable. View proverb
Manx Proverb
Wisdom is folly unless a wise man guides it. View proverb
Manx Proverb
Wit bought is the wit best, if it be not bought too dear. View proverb
Manx Proverb
Your first care must be the care of your own heart. View proverb
Manx Proverb
A friend by you is better than a brother far off. View proverb
Manx Proverb
A rich man without liberality is like a tree without fruit. (Manx Proverb)
A short courtship is the best courtship. View proverb
Manx Proverb
A wise man will not receive rebuke. View proverb
Manx Proverb
After spring-tide, neap. View proverb
Manx Proverb
As poor as a church mouse. View proverb
Manx Proverb