We ought never to scoff at the wretched, for who can be sure of continued happiness? [Fr., Il ne se faut jamais moquer des miserables, Car qui peut s'assurer d'etre toujours heureux?]

Misery Quotes, by Jean de La Fontaine , Source: Fables (V, 17)

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Better a living beggar than a buried emperor. [Fr., Mieux vaut goujat debout qu'empereur enterre.]

Beggary Quotes, by Jean de La Fontaine , Source: La Matrone d'Ephese

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Still people are dangerous.

Behavior Quotes, by Jean de La Fontaine

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It is twice the pleasure to deceive the deceiver.

Deceit Quotes, by Jean de La Fontaine

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Patience and passage of time do more than strength and fury.

Patience Quotes, by Jean de La Fontaine

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By the work one knows the workmen.

Quality Quotes, by Jean de La Fontaine

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