The average man does not get pleasure out of an idea because he thinks it is true; he thinks it read more

The average man does not get pleasure out of an idea because he thinks it is true; he thinks it is true because he gets pleasure out of it.

I despise the pleasure of pleasing people that I despise.

I despise the pleasure of pleasing people that I despise.

Doubtless the pleasure is as great
Of being cheated as to cheat.

Doubtless the pleasure is as great
Of being cheated as to cheat.

Human beings need pleasure the way they need vitamins.

Human beings need pleasure the way they need vitamins.

Rich the treasure,
Sweet the pleasure,
Sweet is pleasure after pain.

Rich the treasure,
Sweet the pleasure,
Sweet is pleasure after pain.

Pleasure admitted in undue degree
Enslaves the will, nor leaves the judgment free.

Pleasure admitted in undue degree
Enslaves the will, nor leaves the judgment free.

Who pleases one against his will.

Who pleases one against his will.

Pleasure is the greatest incentive to evil.

Pleasure is the greatest incentive to evil.

Pleasure is often spoiled by describing it.

Pleasure is often spoiled by describing it.