Jean Paul (21 March 1763 – 14 November 1825), born Johann Paul Friedrich Richter, was a German Romantic writer, best known for his humorous novels and stories. Read full biography of Jean Paul →
Poverty is the only load which is the heavier the more loved ones there are to assist in bearing it.
Variety of mere nothings gives more pleasure than uniformity of something.
The words that a father speaks to his children in the privacy of home are not heard by the world, but, as in whispering galleries, they are clearly... →
It is simpler and easier to flatter people than to praise them.
Only actions give life strength; only moderation gives it charm.
Be great in act, as you have been in thought.
I have made as much out of myself as could be made of the stuff, and no man should require more.
Woman and men of retiring timidity are cowardly only in dangers which affect themselves, but the first to rescue when others are in danger.
Every friend is to the other a sun, and a sunflower also. He attracts and follows.
Good actions ennoble us, we are the sons of our own deeds.
Two aged men, that had been foes for life, Met by a grave, and wept - and in those tears They washed away the memory of their strife; Then wept again... →
Jean Paul (21 March 1763 – 14 November 1825), born Johann Paul Friedrich Richter, was a German Romantic writer, best known for his humorous novels and stories.