4 Novalis Quotes on Action

Novalis quotes on action

9. Self-alienation is the source of all degradation as well as, on the contrary, the basis of all true elevation. The first step will be a look inward, an isolating contemplation of our self. Whoever remains standing here proceeds only halfway. The second step must be an active look outward, an autonomous, determined observation of the outer world.

79. Learning is pleasurable but doing is the height of enjoyment.

88. The spirit is perpetually proving itself.

91. We shall never entirely comprehend ourselves, but we will and can do much more than comprehend ourselves.