When people reproach us, they only increase their own failings even as they are disclaiming them.
Madeleine de Souvre, marquise de SableSelf-love is even deceived by self-love, because by looking out for our own interests and disregarding those of other people, we lose the advantage that comes with the exchange of favors.
Madeleine de Souvre, marquise de SableIt is a very trying task for deceitful people, always to have to cover up their lack of sincerity and to repair the breaking of their word.
Madeleine de Souvre, marquise de SableStudy and research into truth often only serves to make us see by experience our natural ignorance.
Madeleine de Souvre, marquise de Sable