Robert Christy, comp. Proverbs, Maxims and Phrases of All Ages. 1887.

Boat

Light boats sail swift, though greater bulks draw deep.Shakespeare.

Little boats must keep the shore, large ships may venture more.

Old as is the boat it may cross the ferry.Spanish.

Say what we will, do what we will, the boat goes but sorrily without oars.Italian.

Vessels large may venture more,
But little boats should keep near shore.