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He who laughs on Friday will weep on Sunday.
Jean Racine
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Jean Racine
Age: 59 †
Born: 1639
Born: December 1
Died: 1699
Died: April 21
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Ferté-Milon (La)
Jean Baptiste Racine
Jean-Baptiste Racine
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The glory of my name increases my shame. Less known by mortals, I could better escape their eyes.
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And do you count for nothing God who fights for us?
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The part I remember best is the beginning.
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I embrace my rival, but only to strangle him.
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The day is not purer than the depths of my heart.
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There may be guilt when there is too much virtue.
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On the throne, one has many worries and remorse is the one that weighs the least.
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