Every author in some way portrays himself in his works, even if it be against his will. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
A creation of importance can only be produced when its author isolates himself, it is a child of solitude. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Divide and rule, the politician cries; unite and lead, is watchword of the wise. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Destiny grants us our wishes, but in its own way, in order to give us something beyond our wishes. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Objects in pictures should so be arranged as by their very position to tell their own story. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
It seems to never occur to fools that merit and good fortune are closely united. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Thinking is easy, acting is difficult, and to put one’s thoughts into action is the most difficult thing in the world. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
If children grew up according to early indications, we should have nothing but geniuses. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Do not give in too much to feelings. A overly sensitive heart is an unhappy possession on this shaky earth. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
The person born with a talent they are meant to use will find their greatest happiness in using it. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Piety is not a goal but a means to attain through the purest peace of mind the highest culture. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
If you must tell me your opinions, tell me what you believe in. I have plenty of doubts of my own. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
That I be not as those are who spend the day in complaining of headache and the night in drinking the wine which gives the headache! – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
What is uttered from the heart alone, Will win the hearts of others to your own. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
