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We should always keep a corner of our heads open and free, that we may make room for the opinions of our friends. Let us have heart and head hospitality.

Joseph Joubert

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Joseph Joubert
Age: 69 †
Born: 1754
Born: May 7
Died: 1824
Died: May 4
Essayist
Philosopher
Writer
Make
Head
Always
Opinion
Hospitality
Open
Corner
Friends
Heads
Free
Opinions
Keep
Corners
May
Room
Heart
Rooms

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