Voltaire's quote, "Everything's fine today, that is our illusion," highlights the idea that people often perceive everything as going well in the present moment, even though there may be underlying issues or challenges. This quote serves as a reminder that it is important to remain aware of the reality of a situation, rather than being overly optimistic or complacent. Voltaire's use of the word "illusion" suggests that our perception of things being fine may not always align with the actual state of affairs. This quote encourages one to look beyond the surface and recognize the complexities of life.
“One day everything will be well, that is our hope. Everything's fine today, that is our illusion”
“All is but illusion and disaster.”
“Illusion is the first of all pleasures”
“Our character is composed of our ideas and our feelings: and, since it has been proved that we give ourselves neither feelings nor ideas, our character does not depend on us. If it did depend on us, there is nobody who would not be perfect. If one does not reflect, one thinks oneself master of everything; but when one does reflect, one realizes that one is master of nothing”
“If God did not exist, He would have to be invented. But all nature cries aloud that he does exist: that there is a supreme intelligence, an immense power, an admirable order, and everything teaches us our own dependence on it.”
“I would rather obey a fine lion, much stronger than myself, than two hundred rats of my own species.”