Benjamin Constant quotes

Benjamin Constant was a Swiss-French political thinker, writer, and politician, renowned for his works on liberalism and individual freedom. His political writings and novels significantly influenced 19th-century European intellectual and political life. He played a key role in shaping the concepts of modern liberal democracy. Here are 3 of his quotes:

The great question in life is the suffering we cause, and the most ingenious metaphysics do not justify the man who has broken the heart that loved him. (Benjamin Constant)
There are things one does not say for a long time, but, once they are said, one never stops repeating them. View quote
Benjamin Constant
I am not the rose, but I have lived near the rose. View quote
Benjamin Constant

Benjamin Constant

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Occupation: French Politician
Born: October 25, 1767
Died: December 8, 1830
Quotes count: 3
Wikipedia: Benjamin Constant

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