Moreover I hate everything which merely instructs me without increasing or directly quickening my activity. by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe: Life, Legacy, and Inspiration

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, a renowned figure known for their contributions to Action, Authority, Reflection, has inspired countless individuals with their wisdom. The quote 'Moreover I hate everything which merely instructs me without increasing or directly quickening my activity.' emphasizes the importance of Spontaneity in our journey toward personal growth and self-discovery. Explore related topics, similar quotes, and more inspirational content on this page.

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A balanced life requires a balance of action and reflection.

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The key to successful leadership today is influence, not authority.

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Quote by Albert Einstein: The nature of the ego is to misuse whatever authority one has.
The nature of the ego is to misuse whatever authority one has.

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Quote by Albert Einstein: Nothing strengthens authority so much as silence.
Nothing strengthens authority so much as silence.

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We recognize authority based on whether we feel we could attain authority by the rules by which the authority was obtained.

Clifford Cohen

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Quote by Albert Einstein: The spontaneity of slaps is sincerity, whereas the ceremonial of caresses is largely convention.
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Quote by Albert Einstein: Do not discern it differently -- pursue it differently.
Do not discern it differently -- pursue it differently.

Andy Harglesis

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Quote by Albert Einstein: Peace is one of the most obvious earmarks of the authority of Christ.
Peace is one of the most obvious earmarks of the authority of Christ.

Beth Moore

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Quote by Albert Einstein: To permit irresponsible authority is to sell disaster.
To permit irresponsible authority is to sell disaster.

Robert A. Heinlein

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Quote by Albert Einstein: We must pray for our leaders, to rule in righteousness.
We must pray for our leaders, to rule in righteousness.

Lailah Gifty Akita

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Quote by Albert Einstein: Truth can never be reached by just listening to the voice of an authority.
Truth can never be reached by just listening to the voice of an authority.

Francis Bacon

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Quote by Albert Einstein: To present is to take a stand and being responsible.
To present is to take a stand and being responsible.

Aayush Jain

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Individuals who attempt to please and individuals who become angry both have authority issues.

Gary Zukav

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You become mature when you become the authority of your own life.

Joseph Campbell

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Quote by Albert Einstein: You cannot undermine police authority and then complain about rising crime.
You cannot undermine police authority and then complain about rising crime.

Thomas Paine

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Quote by Albert Einstein: Nice customs curtsy to great kings.
Nice customs curtsy to great kings.

William Shakespeare

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Quote by Albert Einstein: It is better to serve than be served.
It is better to serve than be served.

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Quote by Albert Einstein: Peace comes in situations completely surrendered to the sovereign authority of Christ.
Peace comes in situations completely surrendered to the sovereign authority of Christ.

Beth Moore

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It is the first responsibility of every citizen to question authority.

Benjamin Franklin

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As Christians, we have only one authority, one compass: the Word of God.

Billy Graham

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Quote by Albert Einstein: You can delegate authority, but you cannot delegate responsibility.
You can delegate authority, but you cannot delegate responsibility.

Byron Dorgan

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Quote by Albert Einstein: Self-reflection is the school of wisdom.
Self-reflection is the school of wisdom.

Baltasar Gracian

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Quote by Albert Einstein: The difference between you and me,is the different reflection that we both see.
The difference between you and me,is the different reflection that we both see.

Anthony T. Hincks

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The evenings are meant for deep reflection.

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Quote by Albert Einstein: Your friends are a reflection of you.
Your friends are a reflection of you.

Elizabeth George

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Quote by Albert Einstein: The legacy you leave is the reflection of the values you live by.
The legacy you leave is the reflection of the values you live by.

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Set a daily solitude time for reflection and rethinking.

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Never confuse Motion with Action.

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Without knowledge action is useless and knowledge without action is futile.

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