"To believe that what exists is more powerful and important than what does not is the opus of despair."
Choose Background Style
Recommended Backgrounds
More Backgrounds
About Johann Gottlieb Fichte
Johann Gottlieb Fichte (1762-1814) was a German philosopher known for his work in the areas of epistemology and ethics. He was a key figure in German idealism and is often considered one of the founding figures of modern philosophy. Fichte's ideas on the self, the ego, and the necessity of individual action greatly influenced key philosophers such as Hegel and Schelling. He also made significant contributions to educational theory and political philosophy.
Related Quotes
"You determine the quality of your content, never its quantity."
"Act as if you are infinite in power and demand and you will become so."
"You have to believe that you can do it. It's a long road."
"Winning solves everything. You have to believe that."
"To deepen our comprehension of the existing world is an act of the freest choice and most evident self-activity."