Who said "We should weep for men at their birth, not at their death."?

This quote is attributed to Montesquieu.

We should weep for men at their birth, not at their death. - Montesquieu

"We should weep for men at their birth, not at their death."

Montesquieu Life

Philosopher Writer French 1689–1755

"Man is born free, and everywhere he is in chains."

"There is no crueller tyranny than that which is perpetuated under the shield of law and order."

"The corrupt part of mankind are masters, and the good part slaves."

"Liberty is the right to do everything which the laws permit."

"Life is meant to be lived with passion."

"Life is what happens when you're busy making other plans."

"Life is a journey, not a destination."

"Life's too short for regrets."