Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Quotes

Many people take no care of their money till they come nearly to the end of it, and others do just the same with their time.

Everything in the world may be endured except cont... -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Everything in the world may be endured except continual prosperity.

Personality is everything in art and poetry.

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This quote emphasizes the significance of the artist's personality or individuality in the creation of art and poetry, suggesting that one's unique perspective, emotions, and experiences shape and inform their creative expressions, adding a personal touch and depth to their work.

The Christian religion, though scattered and abroad will in the end gather itself together at the foot of the cross.

I love those who yearn for the impossible.

All the knowledge I possess everyone else can acqu... -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

All the knowledge I possess everyone else can acquire, but my heart is all my own.

Where is the man who has the strength to be true, ... -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Where is the man who has the strength to be true, and to show himself as he is?

He only earns his freedom and his life Who takes t... -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

He only earns his freedom and his life Who takes them every day by storm.

To rule is easy, to govern difficult.

Nature knows no pause in progress and development,... -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Nature knows no pause in progress and development, and attaches her curse on all inaction.

No one would talk much in society if they knew how... -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

No one would talk much in society if they knew how often they misunderstood others.

This is the highest wisdom that I own; freedom and life are earned by those alone who conquer them each day anew.

I do not know myself, and God forbid that I should.

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This quote conveys a sense of humility and recognition of the limitations of self-knowledge, indicating a reluctance or hesitation to fully comprehend or claim complete understanding of one's own identity or nature.

It is after all the greatest art to limit and isol... -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

It is after all the greatest art to limit and isolate oneself.

Wisdom is found only in truth.

Wood burns because it has the proper stuff in it; and a man becomes famous because he has the proper stuff in him.

Those who hope for no other life are dead even for... -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Those who hope for no other life are dead even for this.

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The quote implies that without hope for an afterlife or a future beyond the present existence, individuals are essentially living a life devoid of purpose or vitality.

Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is n... -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do.

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This quote emphasizes the importance of action and practical application. It suggests that mere knowledge or willingness is insufficient; taking concrete steps and putting knowledge into practice are essential for achieving desired results.