Quote by Voltaire (FranÃ§oisMarie Arouet)

Anyone who seeks to destroy the passions instead of controlling them is trying to play the angel.

Anyone who seeks to destroy the passions instead of controll

Summary

This quote suggests that instead of attempting to completely eliminate or suppress our passions and desires, we should strive to regulate and manage them. It warns against adopting a purely idealistic or angelic perspective that seeks to eradicate human passions, implying that such an approach is unrealistic and may lead to discontent. Rather, it advocates for embracing and understanding our passions, and learning to control them wisely to navigate life effectively.

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By Voltaire (FranÃ§oisMarie Arouet)

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