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If we have not peace within ourselves, it is in vain to seek it from outward sources.
Francois de La Rochefoucauld
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If we have not peace within ourselves, it is in vain to seek it from outward sources. — Francois de La Rochefoucauld

About Francois de La Rochefoucauld

Francois de La Rochefoucauld was a Writer from France (1613–1680).

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This quote is attributed to Francois de La Rochefoucauld, a Writer from France.
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Francois de La Rochefoucauld lived from 1613 – 1680.
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