Jean Racine quotes - page 2

I am a man, and nothing that concerns a man do I deem a matter of indifference to me. (Jean Racine)
My death, taking the light from my eyes, gives back to the day the purity which they soiled. View quote
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Justice in the extreme is often unjust. View quote
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Do not they bring it to pass by knowing that they know nothing at all? View quote
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Too much virtue can be criminal. View quote
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It is a maxim of old that among themselves all things are common to friends. View quote
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The glory of my name increases my shame. Less known by mortals, I could better escape their eyes. View quote
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According as the man is, so must you humour him. View quote
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I have pushed virtue to outright brutality. View quote
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If I could believe that this was said sincerely, I could put up with anything. View quote
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Thank the Gods! My misery exceeds all my hopes! (Jean Racine)
How good is God! How sweet his yoke! View quote
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La vengeance trop faible attire un second crime. View quote
Jean Racine

Jean Racine

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Occupation: French Dramatist
Born: December 22, 1639
Died: April 21, 1699
Quotes count: 38
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