Stendhal Quotes

There are no more legitimate unions than those governed by a true passion.

He who excuses himself, accuses himself.

The full equality of women would be the surest sign of civilization and would double the intellectual forces of the human race.

Since death is inevitable, let's forget about it.

Courage consists of knowing how to choose the lesser evil, no matter how horrible it may seem.

Vocation is the joy of having one's passion as a profession.

With passions, one is never bored; without them, one becomes dull.

The man who has not loved passionately ignores the most beautiful half of his life.