The power of divorce can be given only to those who feel the inconveni…

Baron de Montesquieu
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The power of divorce can be given only to those who feel the inconveniences of marriage, and who are sensible of the moment when it is for their interest to make them cease. ✨ Charles de Secondat, Baron de Montesquieu (2015). The Spirit of Laws, p.606, Library of Alexandria
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The power of divorce can be given only to those who feel the inconveniences of marriage, and who are sensible of the moment when it is for their interest to make them cease. ✨ Charles de Secondat, Baron de Montesquieu (2015). The Spirit of Laws, p.606, Library of Alexandria

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