Jean de La Fontaine Quote

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

The shame of confessing the first mistake leads to committing many others.

Jean de La Fontaine

No flower-strewn path leads to glory.

Jean de La Fontaine

All the brains in the world are powerless against any stupidity that is in vogue.

Jean de La Fontaine

We often find our destiny on the paths we take to avoid it.

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Deceiving the deceiver is doubly entertaining.

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Patience and time accomplish more than strength and violence.

Jean de La Fontaine

A true friend is a sweet thing; it dives into the depths of our heart, inquiring about our needs. It spares us from having to discover them ourselves.

Jean de La Fontaine

People who make little noise are dangerous.

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No one has dominion over love, but love conquers all things.

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Wisdom is a treasure that never causes hindrances.

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The greed loses everything by wanting it all.

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Friendship, like the evening shadow, widens at the twilight of life.

Jean de La Fontaine