Edouard Rene de Laboulaye Quotes

France, Writer
January 18, 1811 – May, 25, 1883.

Édouard René Lefèbvre de Laboulaye was a French jurist, poet, author and anti-slavery activist. In 1865 he originated the idea of a monument presented by the French people to the United States that resulted in the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor. He got the idea thinking that this would help strengthen their relationship with the United States.

The day of death ... is one of the five mysteries, the key of which God holds in his own hands.

Edouard Rene de Laboulaye
- God
- Death
- Hands
Remain steadfast in the faith; instruct yourself; bridle your tongue; repress your wrath; forbear to do evil; associate with the good; screen the faults of your neighbour; relieve the poor by your alms; and expect your reward in eternity.

Edouard Rene de Laboulaye
- Faith
- Eternity
- Faults

Duplicity is necessary in daily life, in that it covers many unpleasant things from sight, so they may not disturb the pleasure of others.

Edouard Rene de Laboulaye