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All the citizens of a state cannot be equally powerful, but they may be equally free

All the citizens of a state cannot be equally powerful, but they may be equally free

by Voltaire Found in: Equality Quotes,
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Let us work without theorizing, 'Tis the only way to make life endurable.

Let us work without theorizing, 'Tis the only way to make life endurable.

by Voltaire Found in: Theory Quotes,
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If God did not exist it would be necessary to invent Him.

If God did not exist it would be necessary to invent Him.

by Voltaire Found in: God Quotes,
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I disagree with what you say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it.

I disagree with what you say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it.

by Voltaire Found in: Freedom Quotes,
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It is forbidden to kill; therefore all murderers are punished unless they kill in large numbers and to the sound read more

It is forbidden to kill; therefore all murderers are punished unless they kill in large numbers and to the sound of trumpets.

by Voltaire Found in: War Quotes,
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Tyrants have always some slight shade of virtue; they support the laws before destroying them

Tyrants have always some slight shade of virtue; they support the laws before destroying them

by Voltaire Found in: Tyranny Quotes,
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The fate of a nation has often depended on the food or bad digestion of a prime minister.

The fate of a nation has often depended on the food or bad digestion of a prime minister.

by Voltaire Found in: History Quotes,
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If God has created us in His image, we have more than returned the compliment.

If God has created us in His image, we have more than returned the compliment.

by Voltaire Found in: God Quotes,
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A long dispute means both parties are wrong

A long dispute means both parties are wrong

by Voltaire Found in: Quarrels Quotes,
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I advise you to go on living solely to enrage those who are paying your annuities. It is the only read more

I advise you to go on living solely to enrage those who are paying your annuities. It is the only pleasure I have left.

by Voltaire Found in: Retirement Quotes,
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