Quotes by Voltaire

What a heavy burden is a name that has become famous too soon.

#Famous

The only way to comprehend what mathematicians mean by Infinity is to contemplate the extent...

#Stupidity

Inspiration: A peculiar effect of divine flatulence emitted by the Holy Spirit which hisses into...

#God, #Inspiration

Life is thickly sown with thorns, and I know no other remedy than to pass...

#Life

Each player must accept the cards life deals him or her: but once they are...

#Life

The great consolation in life is to say what one thinks.

#Life

To enjoy life, we must touch much of it lightly.

#Life

In my life, I have prayed but one prayer: oh Lord, make my enemies ridiculous....

#Life

Woe to the makers of literal translations, who by rendering every word weaken the meaning!...

#Life

I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right...

#Death

I do not agree with a word that you say, but I will defend to...

#Death

I disapprove of what you say, but I defend to the death your right to...

#Death