The Economic Times

Quote of the day by philosopher Voltaire: I have never made but one prayer to God, a very short one- O Lord, make my enemies ridiculous, and God granted it. What French Enlightenment author teaches us about dealing with enemies

Voltaire's famous prayer for his enemies to be made ridiculous offers a timeless lesson on confidence and patience. He suggested that unfair or irrational behavior often exposes itself, making direct confrontation unnecessary. This approach remains relevant today, especially on social media, encouraging focus on personal growth rather than engaging every critic.