The honor we receive from those that fear us, is not honor; those respects are paid to royalty and not to me.
Michel de MontaigneWe owe subjection and obedience to all our kings, whether good or bad, alike, for that has respect unto their office; but as to esteem and affection, these are only due to their virtue.
Michel de MontaigneThere is some shadow of delight and delicacy which smiles upon and flatters us even in the very lap of melancholy.
Michel de MontaigneLet us permit nature to have her way. She understands her business better than we do.
Michel de Montaigne