It is only in misery that we recognize the hand of God leading good men to good. — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Thank God when He lays a burden on thee, and thank Him when He takes it off. — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
A man who is ignorant of foreign languages is also ignorant of his own language. — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
The important thing in life is to have a great aim, and the determination to attain it. — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Instruction does much, but encouragement everything.” (Letter to A.F. Oeser, Nov. 9, 1768) — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
I hate all explanations; they who make them deceive either themselves or — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Nine requisites for contented living: Health enough to make work a pleasure. — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe