Paul Verlaine

Poet French 1844 – 1896

French Symbolist poet known for lyric and intimate verse.

395 quotes

"Fear is the mind killer of possibilities."
Fear
"Power corrupts, but absolute power corrupts absolutely."
Power
"Money cannot buy happiness, only experiences."
Money
"Health is wealth that we often overlook."
Health
"Adventure awaits those bold enough to seek it."
Adventure
"Imagination is more important than knowledge."
Imagination
"Technology is a tool, not a master."
Technology
"History teaches us what could be."
History
"Philosophy is the art of wondering."
Philosophy
"Literature mirrors the soul of humanity."
Literature
"Politics is the art of the possible."
Politics
"War is hell, and peace is heaven."
War
"Motivation comes from within the soul."
Motivation
"Inspiration strikes those who are prepared."
Inspiration
"Relationships are built on trust and honesty."
Relationships
"Solitude is where the soul finds itself."
Solitude
"Work gives meaning to our days."
Work
"Faith is the evidence of things unseen."
Faith
"Leadership is servant hood in disguise."
Leadership
"Humor is the antidote to despair."
Humor
"Love conquers all obstacles and fears."
Love
"The soul speaks in whispers of beauty."
Beauty
"Time is the greatest gift we possess."
Time
"Wisdom comes from experience and reflection."
Wisdom
"Life is a journey, not a destination."
Life
"Hope springs eternal in the human heart."
Hope
"Courage grows stronger with every challenge."
Courage
"Change brings growth and transformation."
Change
"Friends are the family we choose."
Friendship
"Family is the foundation of society."
Family