We are quick to criticize the faults of others, but slow to… - François de La Rochefoucauld

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We are quick to criticize the faults of others, but slow to use those faults to correct our own

François de La Rochefoucauld

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About François de La Rochefoucauld

François VI, duc de La Rochefoucauld, le Prince de Marcillac (September 15 1613 – March 17 1680) was a noted French author of maxims and memoirs, as well as an example of the accomplished 17th-century nobleman.

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Alternative Names: François VI, Duc de La Rochefoucauld, Prince de Marcillac • François, Duc de La Rochefoucauld • François, duc de La Rochefoucauld

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In all professions we affect a part and an appearance to seem what we wish to be. Thus the world is merely composed of actors.

A sure way to arouse love is to love very little yourself.

We are quick to criticize the faults of others, but slow to use those faults to correct our own - François de La Rochefoucauld

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