Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

“A man sees in the world what he carries in his heart.” – Johann von Goethe

“A person can stand almost anything except a succession of ordinary days.” – Johann von Goethe

“Behaviour is a mirror in which everyone shows his image.” – Johann von Goethe

“Dream no small dreams for they have no power to move the hearts of men.” – Johann von Goethe

“I am so glad that you are here… It helps me realize how beautiful my world is.” – Johann von Goethe

“If you must tell me your opinions, tell me what you believe in. I have plenty of doubts of my own. – Johann von Goethe

“If you would create something, you must be something.” – Johann von Goethe

“In the realm of ideas everything depends on enthusiasm; in the real world, all rests on perseverance.” – Johann von Goethe

“Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do.” – Johann von Goethe

“Love is an ideal thing, marriage a real thing.” – Johann von Goethe

“On the pinnacle of success man does not stand firm long.” – Johann von Goethe

“Only by joy & sorrow does a person know anything about themselves & their destiny.” – Johann von Goethe

“Someday perhaps the inner light will shine forth from us, and then we’ll need no other light.” – Johann von Goethe

“Take care of your body with steadfast fidelity. The soul must see through these eyes alone, and if they are dim, the whole world is clouded.” – Johann von Goethe

“Talents are best nurtured in solitude, but character is best formed in the stormy billows of the world.” – Johann von Goethe

“The intelligent man finds almost everything ridiculous, the responsible man hardly anything.” – Johann von Goethe

“The person born with a talent they are meant to use will find their greatest happiness in using it.” – Johann von Goethe

“Things which matter most must never be at the mercy of things which matter least.” – Johann von Goethe

“Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power & magic in it.” – Johann von Goethe