Voltaire, who was born Frances-Marie Arouet (1694 – 1778) was a man of wit and wisdom. Here are some of his best observations:
I disapprove of what you say, but will defend to the death your right to say it.
Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities.
Common sense is not so common.
Judge of a man by his questions rather than by his answers.
The best is the enemy of the good.
The art of medicine consists in amusing the patient while nature cures the disease.
A witty saying proves nothing.
Illusion is the first of all pleasures.
Love is a canvas furnished by Nature and embroidered by imagination.
We must cultivate our garden.