385 Quotes by Andre Gide

The only real education comes from what goes counter to you.

An opinion, though it is original, does not necessarily differ from the accepted opinion; the important thing is that it does not try to conform to it.

It is easier to lead men to combat, stirring up their passion, than to restrain them and direct them toward the patient labors of peace.

The belief that becomes truth for me... is that which allows me the best use of my strength, the best means of putting my virtues into action.

Nothing excellent can be done without leisure.

The sole art that suits me is that which, rising from unrest, tends toward serenity.

The scholar seeks truth, the artist finds.

Man's responsibility increases as that of the gods decreases.

I have no use for knowledge that has not been preceded by a sensation