Originality is nothing but judicious imitation. The most original writers borrowed one from another.

Liberty of thought is the life of the soul.

The institution of religion exists only to keep mankind in order, and to make men merit the goodness of God by their virtue. Everything in a religion which does not tend towards this goal must be considered foreign or dangerous.

If you have two religions in your land, the two will cut each other’s throats; but if you have thirty religions, they will dwell in peace

Clever tyrants are never punished.

Monsieur l'abbé, I detest what you write, but I would give my life to make it possible for you to continue to write.

Paradise is where I am