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AUTHOR PROFILE
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is described in biographical records as a German writer and polymath (1749–1832) (1749–1832). The selections gathered here touch on goals, purpose. This profile brings the attributed quotations together with their available source information.
“Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the chance to draw back, always ineffectiveness. Concerning all acts of initiative and creation, there is one elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. All sorts of things occur to help one that would never otherwise have occurred. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one’s favour all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and material assistance which no man could have dreamed would have come his way. Whatever you can do or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it. Begin it now.”— Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Biography at a glance
- Profile: German writer and polymath (1749–1832)
- Life: 1749–1832
- Public roles: Geheimrat
- Quotes in this collection: 1
Life and work
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe held public roles including Geheimrat. Biographical records connect Johann Wolfgang von Goethe with Leipzig University and University of Strasbourg. Works associated with Johann Wolfgang von Goethe include Faust and The Sorrows of Young Werther. This collection includes one quotation credited to Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Each quotation page preserves its own citation, when supplied, so readers can follow the passage back to its stated context.
Reading the quotations
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