Abel Grimmer (1565–1630)
Construction of the Tower of Babel
1604
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Abel Grimmer (1565–1630)
Construction of the Tower of Babel
1604
For the past, we can think of how to advocate the virtues of our ancestors.
For the present, we can think of how to conceal the faults of our parents.
For the country, we can think of how we can repay its kindness to us.
And for the family, we can think of how to bring about its good fortune.
François de Nomé
Les Enfers
1622
Shame is the most important word in a person’s life.
Saint-Louis (Louis IX of France), Sainte Chapelle, Paris
One may run away from the retribution of heaven, but one can never escape the retribution for one’s misdeeds.
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