Quote of Baltasar Gracian - There is no higher rule than...
Biography - Baltasar Gracian:
Spanish Jesuit and philosopher.
Born: 1601 - Died: 1658
Period:
17th century
Place of birth: Spain
Born: 1601 - Died: 1658
Period:
17th century
Place of birth: Spain
There is no higher rule than that over oneself, over one's impulses: there is the triumph of free will.
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Translation
(French, German)
See also...
Quotes about freedom:
This is the highest wisdom that I own; freedom and life are earned by those alone who conquer them each day anew.
Article I – Men are born and remain free and equal in rights. Social distinctions can be founded only on the common good.
Quotes about oneself:
Baltasar Gracian also said...
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