Jean de La Fontaine Quotes

Any power, if not based on unity, is weak.

There is no use in running; what is convenient is to leave on time.

Work is the only capital not subject to bankruptcy.

The craftsman is known by his work.

The greatest misfortune is to deserve misfortune.

Every flatterer lives at the expense of those who listen to them.

Misfortune is the closest bond of hearts.

Imagination has much more sway over us than reality.

Beauty attracts us, we despise the useful; and beauty often leads us astray.

In all times, the small have had to pay for the foolishness of the great.