Capacity Quote by Moliere
“Frenchmen have an unlimited capacity for gallantry and indulge it on every occasion.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme, 1670
French men are portrayed as naturally brave, expressing gallantry in all situations.
In simple terms: French men love to be brave.
Key Takeaway
Embrace boldness in daily life.
Themes
courage
pride
social behavior
Mood
playful
critical
Type
literary
observational
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- romantic pursuits
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
French cultural stereotypes
gender expectations
Questions to Reflect On
- Is bravery always positive?
- How does this view affect expectations?
A Different Perspective
May overgeneralize a whole culture.
![“René of Anjou [(1409-80)] painted a picture of his mistress's corpse as he found it eaten by worms on having it [her tomb] openedon his return from a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. This [is] another instance of the strange mixture of religion and gallantry in those ages.” quote by Horace Walpole](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/aba/horace-walpole-3357_age_ren-of-anjou-1409-80-painted-a-picture-o_33917.jpg)
