Friedrich Schiller Quotes – 26 Inspirational Sayings From The German Poet

Looking for inspirational Friedrich Schiller quotes? Then you've come to the right place! Schiller is one of the most important German playwrights and poets in history. The valuable wisdom, plays, ballads and poems of the poet of freedom are still taught in German classes today.

Here I would like to give you now the collection of the best quotes and sayings of Friedrich Schiller as a personal source of inspiration.

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26 valuable wisdoms from Friedrich Schiller

Personally, I am thrilled with the Lightness and the awareness of nature in the world view of the German poet, writer, historian, dramatist and even doctor of medicine. I am sure that you will also feel it directly from the following wisdoms. Have fun!

Friedrich Schiller Quotes 1 - 10

1. "Simplicity is the result of maturity."
2. "What shall he fear who doesn't fear death?"
3. "Who dares nothing, need hope for nothing."
4. "The true optimists are not convinced that everything will go well. But they are convinced that not everything will go wrong."
5. "It is the mind itself which builds the body."
6. "Even the weak become strong when they are united."
7. "Nature is an infinitely divided God."
8. "Words do not make the heavy heart light. But words can lead us to action."
9. "Every day is a new chance for a fresh start."
10. "On the mountains there is freedom! The world is perfect everywhere, save where man comes with his torment."

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Friedrich Schiller Quotes 11 - 26

11. "Lose not yourself in a far off time, seize the moment that is thine."
12. "In my heart all my desires lies buried."
13. "You can't deny people the right to think what they want."
14. "The goodbye to a long and important work is always more sad than gratifying."
15. "You have to be patient with our weakness."
16. "The man who fears nothing is as powerful as he who is feared by everybody."
17. "What hands built, hands can overthrow."
18. "Oh seize the hour before it slips away. So seldom comes the moment in life that is truly important and great."
19. "A great pattern arouses emulation and gives higher laws to judgment."
20. "The world history is the judgment of the world."
21. "I fear nothing - nothing - but the limits of your love."
22. "We could do a lot if we stood together."
23. "Truth exists for the wise, beauty for the feeling heart."
24. "When it's really dark around me, I have my best visits."
25. "Early practicing is the key to become a master."
26. "The day will come, that will solve everything."

Can you think of any other sayings by Friedrich Schiller that are missing from this collection of sayings? Then always come up with your ideas in the comments!

Why is Schiller so famous?

The poet of Sturm und Drang and German Classicism achieved great fame not least through his drama "The Robbers" in 1781. But in addition to his dramas, many of his ballads and poems have also made him famous.

What are Schiller's most famous works?

Among Friedrich Schiller's most famous works are the dramas "The Robbers" (1781), "Cabal and Love" (1782), "Wallenstein's Camp" (1798), "Wallenstein's Death" (1799), "Mary Stuart"" (1801), "The Maid of Orleans" (1801) or "William Tell" (1804) and also the ballad "The Glove" (1797) and the poem "The Bell" (1799). The latter is one of the best known and most parodied German poems.

What image of man did Schiller represent?

For Friedrich Schiller, only those who lived in harmony with the laws of nature and morality, as well as with their own feelings, counted as educated people.

Use Friedrich Schiller Quotes As A Constant Source Of Inspiration

Among others, next to his friend Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, counts Schiller to the essential representatives of the Weimar Classicism. His stories, poems and views are still absolutely stirring today, well over 200 years after his death.

I hope I could inspire you with this small collection of the best sayings of Schiller.

Finally I would like to give you further articles that fit Schiller's values and could promote your personal development:

• Environmental awareness - what is it actually?
• Living Minimalist - This is how it works!
• Good deeds in everyday life

Do you have questions or more quotes from Friedrich Schiller that I should include in this article? Then write me we always happy to comment,

Stay Inspired,

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