Johann Wolfgang von Goethe quotes with context
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749 to 1832) wrote “The Sorrows of Young Werther”, “Faust” and many of the best-known German poems. He served as a minister in Weimar and did research on colour and botany. Many sayings circulate under his name that cannot be found in his works.
9 quotes by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
9 of the 9 quotes are marked as paraphrased: free renderings, not a documented wording.
Gratitude 5
Small things are only small as long as you are certain you will see them tomorrow.
A quiet body is a wealth that is usually counted only in turbulence.
A warm room feels different when you think of the cold street.
Enough is not a small state; it is a great perspective.
Closeness is often there before you realize it was the most precious thing.
Focus 4
The mind becomes clear when it doesn't constantly change rooms.
Without limits every gift is scattered.
Depth does not arise through touching many things but through faithfulness to a few.
Strength grows when it doesn't run out in a thousand small promises.
One thought a day.
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