Faith is a devout belief in what one does not understand.
Marie Anne de Vichy-Chamrond, marquise du DeffandGod is not more incomprehensible than you; but if he is not more just, it is hardly worth while beIieving in him.
Marie Anne de Vichy-Chamrond, marquise du DeffandLet us strive to improve ourselves, for we cannot remain stationary; one either progresses or retrogrades.
Marie Anne de Vichy-Chamrond, marquise du Deffand