Tag: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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A flippant, frivolous man may ridicule others, may controvert them, scorn them; but he who has any respect for himself seems to have renounced the right of thinking meanly of others.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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Hatred is something peculiar. You will always find it strongest and most violent where there is the lowest degree of culture.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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There are only two lasting bequests we can hope to give our children. One of these is roots, the other, wings.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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Daring ideas are like chessmen moved forward; they may be beaten, but they may start a winning game.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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The person born with a talent they are meant to use will find their greatest happiness in using it.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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Hatred is active, and envy passive dislike; there is but one step from envy to hate.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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Nothing is to be rated higher than the value of the day.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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Love can do much, but duty more.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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If I love you, what business is it of yours?
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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The man with insight enough to admit his limitations comes nearest to perfection.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe