To me the external existence of my soul is proved from my idea of activity. If I work incessantly until my death, nature will give me another form of existence when the present can no longer sustain my spirit.
Johann Wolfgang von GoetheIf in the infinite you want to stride, Just walk in the finite to every side.
Johann Wolfgang von GoetheOne's roused by this, another finds that fit: Each loves the play for what he brings to it.
Johann Wolfgang von GoetheThank God when He lays a burden on thee, and thank Him when He takes it off.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe