Who ever has no fixed opinions has no constant feelings.

The lively phraseology of Montesquieu was the result of long meditation. His words, as light as wings, bear on them grave reflections.

I love prudence very little, if it is not moral.

Religion is the only metaphysic that the multitude can understand and adopt.

Of what delights are we deprived by our excesses!

There is graciousness and a kind of urbanity in beginning with men by esteem and confidence. It proves, at least, that we have long lived in good company with others and with our selves.

Religion is neither a theology nor a theosophy; it is more than that, it is a discipline, a law, a yoke, an indissoluble engagement.