1,221 Quotes by François de La Rochefoucauld

However rare true love may be, it is less so than true friendship.

There are some disguised falsehoods so like truths, that 'twould be to judge ill not to be deceived by them.

Gratitude is a lively sense of benefits to come.

Politeness of mind consists in thinking chaste and refined thoughts.

Passion often renders the most clever man a fool, and sometimes renders the most foolish man clever.

Old people are fond of giving good advice; it consoles them for no longer being capable of setting a bad example.

We are strong enough to bear the misfortunes of others.

The vivacity that augments with years is not far from folly.

The most effectual way to be deceived is to believe oneself more cunning than one's neighbors.