I never approved either the ...

I never approved either the errors of his book, or the trivial truths he so vigorously laid down. I have, however, stoutly taken his side when absurd men have condemned him for these same truths.
I never approved either the errors of his book, or the trivial truths he so vigorously laid down. I have, however, stoutly taken his side when absurd men have condemned him for these same truths.

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God gave us the gift of life; it is up to us to give ourselves the gift of living well.
To enjoy life, we must touch much of it lightly.
Think for yourselves and let others enjoy the privilege to do so too.
Friendship is the marriage of the soul, and this marriage is liable to divorce.
No snowflake in an avalanche ever feels responsible.