Voltaire

Perfection is attained by slow degrees; it requires the hand of time.

Perfection is attained by slow degrees; it requires the hand of time.

When he who hears does not know what he who speaks means, and when he who speaks does not know read more

When he who hears does not know what he who speaks means, and when he who speaks does not know what he himself means, that is philosophy

Prejudices are what fools use for reason.

Prejudices are what fools use for reason.

History is just a portrayal of crimes and misfortunes.

History is just a portrayal of crimes and misfortunes.

I know of no great men except those who have rendered great service to the human race.

I know of no great men except those who have rendered great service to the human race.