The Lais of Marie de France Quotes

“Whoever believes in a man is very foolish.”
― Marie de France, The Lais of Marie de France

“Be sure that you speak with unfeigned lips.”
― Marie de France, The Lais of Marie de France

“Anyone who has received from God the gift of knowledge and true eloquence has a duty not to remain silent”
― Marie de France, The Lais of Marie de France

“Love is not honourable, unless it is based on equality.”
― Marie de France, The Lais of Marie de France

“The powerful man takes as his right
the love he desires, if but for a night.”
― Marie de France, The Lais of Marie de France