Distinguished Quote by Luc de Clapiers

“It is proof of a narrow mind when things worthy of esteem are distinguished from things worthy of love. Great minds naturally love whatever is worthy of their esteem.” quote by Luc de Clapiers — Download Open image

“It is proof of a narrow mind when things worthy of esteem are distinguished from things worthy of love. Great minds naturally love whatever is worthy of their esteem.”

Luc de Clapiers

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