1,221 Quotes by François de La Rochefoucauld

We are all strong enough to bear other men's misfortunes.

Many men are contemptuous of riches; few can give them away.

Almost everyone takes pleasure in repaying trifling obligations, very many feel gratitude for those that are moderate; but there is scarcely anyone who is not ungrateful for those that are weighty.

Ideas often flash across our minds more complete than we could make them after much labor.

Never give anyone the advice to buy or sell shares, because the most benevolent price of advice can turn out badly.

As the great ones of this world are unable to bestow health of body or peace of mind, we always pay too high a price for any good they can do.

There are a great many simpletons who know themselves to be so, and who make a very cunning use of their own simplicity.

Love is the smallest part of gallantry.

Only the contemptible fear contempt.