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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

(1749 – 1832) A German writer, artist, novelist, dramatist, poet, humanist, scientist, politician, statesman, critic, philosopher, diplomat, considered the greatest German literary figure of the modern era, and for ten years chief minister of state at Weimar. He is best known for his two-part poetic drama "Faust".

A correct answer is like an affectionate kiss.

A creation of importance can only be produced when its author isolates himself, it is a child of solitude.

A person hears only what they understand.

All intelligent thoughts have already been thought; what is necessary is only to try to think them again.

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

All theory, dear friend, is gray, but the golden tree of life springs ever green.

All things are only transitory.

As soon as you trust yourself, you will know how to live.

Be generous with kindly words, especially about those who are absent.

Beauty is everywhere a welcome guest.