Mathematicians are like Frenchmen: whatever you say to them they translate into their own language and forthwith it is something entirely different.
Johann Wolfgang von GoetheA word spoken is a terrible thing when it suddenly utters what the heart has long allowed.
Johann Wolfgang von GoetheThere is no way to face the great advantages of another person than through love.
Johann Wolfgang von GoetheWhen I say to the Moment flying; 'Linger a while -- thou art so fair!' Then bind me in thy bonds undying, And my final ruin I will bear!
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe