Vocations which we wanted to pursue, but didn't, bleed, like colors, on the whole of our existence.HQuote by Honoré de Balzac about existence
We exaggerate misfortune and happiness alike. We are never as bad off or as happy as we say we are.HQuote by Honoré de Balzac about happiness, bad luck, bad
What is a child, monsieur, but the image of two beings, the fruit of two sentiments spontaneously blended?HQuote by Honoré de Balzac about children
When law becomes despotic, morals are relaxed, and vice versa.HQuote by Honoré de Balzac about vice, law
Wisdom is that apprehension of heavenly things to which the spirit rises through love.HQuote by Honoré de Balzac about wisdom, spirit, things, love
True love is eternal, infinite, and always like itself. It is equal and pure, without violent demonstrations: it is seen with white hairs and is always young in the heart.HQuote by Honoré de Balzac about love, infinite, purity, heart
Being incapable of enthusiasm is a sign of mediocrity.HQuote by Honoré de Balzac about enthusiasm, mediocrity, being
The will can be, more than talent, a reason for pride.HQuote by Honoré de Balzac about will, proudness, reason, talent