Johann Wolfgang von Goethe quotes
Deutsch Poet August 28, 1749 – March 22, 1832
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The man who occupies the first place seldom plays the principal part.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
If a man or woman is born ten years sooner or later, their whole aspect and performance shall be different.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
The world only goes forward because of those who oppose it.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
I'm glad that I am not young in so thoroughly finished a world.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
It is ever true that he who does nothing for others, does nothing for himself." ~ Goethe
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
What by a straight path cannot be reached by crooked ways is never won.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Once more I am a wanderer, a pilgrim, through the world. But what else are you?
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Fresh activity is the only means of overcoming adversity.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
there is no crime of which I cannot conceive myself guilty.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Hatred is active, and envy passive dislike; there is but one step from envy to hate.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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