Friedrich Von Schiller
Germany
10 Nov 1759 // 9 May 1805
Poet / Philosopher / Dramatist / Historian
10 Nov 1759 // 9 May 1805
Poet / Philosopher / Dramatist / Historian
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Against stupidity the very gods themselves contend in vain
Aesthetic matters are fundamental for the harmonious development of both society and the individual
A noble heart will always capitulate to reason
The most pious may not live in peace, if it does not please his wicked neighbor
He that is overcautious will accomplish nothing
He who considers too much will perform little
One can advise comfortably from a safe port
What he feels and not what he does honors a man
Youth is too hasty with words
For the world is ruled by interest alone
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On Anger: "For every minute you remain angry, you give up sixty seconds of peace of mind."
Essays
Essays
On Destiny: "Our destiny exercises its influence over us even when, as yet, we have not learned its nature: it is our future that lays down the law of our today."
Human, All Too Human
Human, All Too Human
On Friendship: "A crowd is not company; and faces are but a gallery of pictures; and talk but a tinkling cymbal, where there is no love."
Essays
Essays