Doubt Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
“It may be said that the vices await us in the journey of life like hosts with whom we must successively lodge; and I doubt whether experience would make us avoid them if we were to travel the same road a second time.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Maximes, François de La Rochefoucauld, 1665
Vices reappear on life's path, and experience alone may not prevent us from encountering them again.
In simple terms: Bad habits recur despite experience.
Key Takeaway
Recognize patterns to break harmful cycles.
Themes
morality
experience
habitual sin
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- ethical decision making
- relationship building
Key Concepts
human nature
learning
recurrence
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits do you repeat despite knowing they’re harmful?
- How can you use experience to actively avoid past mistakes?
A Different Perspective
Experience alone may not be enough to change behavior.
