Some counterfeits reproduce so very well the truth that it would be a flaw of judgment not to be deceived by them.
Francois de La RochefoucauldWe should not judge a man's merits by his great qualities, but by the use he makes of them.
Francois de La RochefoucauldThe generality of men have, like plants, latent properties, which chance brings to light.
Francois de La RochefoucauldModeration cannot have the credit of combatiug and subduing ambition, they are never found together. Moderation is the languor and indolence of the soul, as ambition is its activity and ardor.
Francois de La Rochefoucauld