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" The exact contrary of what is generally believed is often the truth. "

Jean de la Bruyere

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" The pleasure we feel in criticizing robs us from being moved by very beautiful things. "

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" There are certain things in which mediocrity is not to be endured, such as poetry, music, painting, public speaking. "

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" He who tip-toes cannot stand; he who strides cannot walk. "

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" The sweetest of all sounds is that of the voice of the woman we love. "

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" I would not like to see a person who is sober, moderate, chaste and just say that there is no God. They would speak disinterestedly at least, but such a person is not to be found. "

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" All men's misfortunes spring from their hatred of being alone. "

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" Time makes friendship stronger, but love weaker. "

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