It is unjust to exact that men shall do out of deference to… - Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues

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It is unjust to exact that men shall do out of deference to our advice what they have no desire to do for themselves.

Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues

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Luc de Clapiers, Marquis de Vauvenargues (6 August 1715 – 28 May 1747) was a French moralist, essayist, and miscellaneous writer.

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Alternative Names: Marquis de Vauvenargues • Lyuk de Klapye Vovenarq

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La patience est l’art d’espérer.

As it is natural to believe many things without proof, so, despite all proof, is it natural to disbelieve others.

The moderation of great men only sets a limit to their vices. The moderation of weak men is mediocrity.

It is unjust to exact that men shall do out of deference to our advice what they have no desire to do for themselves. - Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues

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