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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Author · Philosopher 1749–1832

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About Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

German writer, artist, natural scientist and politician (1749–1832)

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Character Decision-Making Discipline Existence Free Will Motivation Perseverance Philosophy Wisdom

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“In the beginning was the deed.”

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Decision-Making Existence Free Will Motivation Philosophy

“To act is easy; to think is hard; to act according to our thinking is troublesome.”

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Character Decision-Making Discipline Perseverance Wisdom