Inspirational Quotations

Inspirational Quotes by Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues (French Moralist)

Luc de Clapiers, Marquis de Vauvenargues (1715–47,) was a distinguished French writer and moralist renowned for his profound philosophical observations and contemplations on the nature of humanity. His belief in the inherent goodness of individuals contributed to a shift in perspective away from the pessimistic outlook on human nature expounded by 17th-century intellectuals such as Blaise Pascal and the Duke de La Rochefoucauld.

Born into an aristocratic family in Aix-en-Provence, France, Vauvenargues received a classical education that shaped his intellectual pursuits. Despite being confined to a wheelchair due to a physical disability, Vauvenargues exhibited an extraordinary intellect and an indomitable spirit. He developed a profound comprehension of human emotions, character, and the intricate dynamics of society, which he expressed through his writings.

Vauvenargues’ notable works, including Introduction à la connaissance de l’esprit humain (1746; ‘Introduction to the Knowledge of the Human Mind’) and Réflexions et maximes (1746; ‘Reflections and Maxims,’) provided profound insights into the human condition. He stressed the significance of individualism, moral integrity, and the pursuit of personal excellence.

Although tuberculosis tragically cut short his life at 32, Vauvenargues left behind a substantial collection of philosophical and literary works that continue to inspire and stimulate contemplation. His writings have influenced subsequent generations of thinkers, including Friedrich Nietzsche and Jean-Paul Sartre.

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You are not born for fame if you don’t know the value of time.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Time, Time Management

Great men undertake great things because they are great; and fools because they think them easy.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Motivation, Wisdom, Greatness

Generosity gives assistance, rather than advice.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Service, Generosity

Those who can bear all can dare all.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Endurance

It is easy to criticise an author, but difficult to appreciate him.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Criticism

The art of pleasing is the art of deception.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Deception, Deception/Lying

One promises much, to avoid giving little.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Promises

No one is more liable to make mistakes than the man who acts only on reflection.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Instincts, Reason

We cannot be just unless we are kind-hearted.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Kindness

Everyone is born sincere and die deceivers.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Deception, Deception/Lying

There is nothing that fear and hope does not permit men to do.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Belief, Motivation, Motivational, Faith, Fear, Hope

Patience is the art of hoping.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: One liners, Hope, Patience

Indolence is the sleep of the mind.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues

Action makes more fortune than caution.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Action, Fortune, Secrets of Success

Obscurity is the realm of error.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues

There are men who are happy without knowing it.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Blessings, Happiness

To achieve great things we must live as though we were never going to die.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Immortality, Achieving

Nothing but courage can guide life.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Courage

Most people grow old within a small circle of ideas, which they have not discovered for themselves. There are perhaps less wrong-minded people than thoughtless.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Perception, Awareness

The greatest achievement of the human spirit is to live up to one’s opportunities and make the most of one’s resources.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues

The idle always have a mind to do something.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Laziness

Man never rises to great truths without enthusiasm.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Passion, Success, Enthusiasm

Wicked people are always surprised to find ability in those that are good.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Ability

Few maxims are true from every point of view.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Proverbs

A new principle is an inexhaustible source of new views.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Discovery

Our failings sometimes bind us to one another as closely as could virtue itself.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Failure

A man who loves only himself and his pleasures is vain, presumptuous, and wicked even from principle.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Self-love

All grand thoughts come from the heart.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Thinking, Thought, Thoughts

We discover in others what others hide from us, and we recognize in others what we hide from ourselves.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Discovery

We should expect the best and the worst of mankind, as from the weather.
—Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
Topics: Expectation, Weather

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