809 Quotes by William Hazlitt

Our contempt for others proves nothing but the illiberality and narrowness of our own views.

A distinction has been made between acuteness and subtlety of understanding. This might be illustrated by saying that acuteness consists in taking up the points or solid atoms, subtlety in feeling the air of truth.

The temple of fame stands upon the grave: the flame that burns upon its altars is kindled from the ashes of great men.

He is a hypocrite who professes what he does not believe; not he who does not practice all he wishes or approves

Natural affection is a prejudice; for though we have cause to love our nearest connections better than others, we have no reason to think them better than others.

Time,--the most independent of all things.

Weakness has its hidden resources, as well as strength. There is a degree of folly and meanness which we cannot calculate upon, and by which we are as much liable to be foiled as by the greatest ability or courage.

While we desire, we do not enjoy; and with enjoyment desire ceases.

There is no force but argument in the case, and it is reason, not the will of another, that gives the law.