Quotes by Racine, Jean




Jean Racine (December 22, 1639 April 21, 1699) was a French dramatist, one of the "big three" of 17th century France (along with Molire and Corneille). Racine was primarily a tragedian, though he did write one comedy..

"Without money honor is merely a disease."

Racine, Jean on honor    Share


"My only hope lies in my despair."

Racine, Jean on hope    Share

"Now my innocence begins to weigh me down."

Racine, Jean on innocence    Share

"It's no longer a warmth hidden in my veins: it's Venus entire and whole fastening on her prey."

Racine, Jean on obsession    Share

"A single word often betrays a great design."

Racine, Jean on words    Share

"Small crimes always precedes great ones."

Racine, Jean on crime and criminals    Share

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