Bertolt Brecht's Quotes

Society cannot share a common communication system so long as it is split into warring factions.

Bertolt Brecht

Do not fear death so much but rather the inadequate life.

Bertolt Brecht

Everyone chases after happiness, not noticing that happiness is right at their heels.

Bertolt Brecht

Poverty makes you sad as well as wise.

Bertolt Brecht

Don't be afraid of death so much as an inadequate life.

Bertolt Brecht

Intelligence is not to make no mistakes, but quickly to see how to make them good.

Bertolt Brecht

The world of knowledge takes a crazy turn when teachers themselves are taught to learn.

Bertolt Brecht

There are many elements to a campaign. Leadership is number one. Everything else is number two.

Bertolt Brecht

Mixing one's wines may be a mistake, but old and new wisdom mix admirably.

Bertolt Brecht

The law was made for one thing alone, for the exploitation of those who don't understand it, or are prevented by naked misery from obeying it.

Bertolt Brecht