True eloquence consists in saying all that should be said, and that only.
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The fame of great men ought always to be estimated by the means used to acquire it.Francois de La Rochefoucauld
Jealousy is, in some sort, rational and just it aims at the preservation of a good which belongs, or which we think belongs, to us whereas envy is a frenzy that cannot endure, even in idea, the good of others.
Francois de La Rochefoucauld
When we are unable to find tranquillity within ourselves, it is useless to seek it elsewhere.
Francois de La Rochefoucauld
A great many men's gratitude is nothing but a secret desire to hook in more valuable kindnesses hereafter.
Francois de La Rochefoucauld
However deceitful hope may be, yet she carries us on pleasantly to the end of life.
Francois de La Rochefoucauld
Men give away nothing so liberally as their advice.
Francois de La Rochefoucauld
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