Famous quote by Friedrich Schiller

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Of all the possessions of this life fame is the noblest when the body has sunk into the dust the great name still lives
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"Of all the possessions of this life fame is the noblest; when the body has sunk into the dust the great name still lives"

- Friedrich Schiller

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This quote by Friedrich Schiller speaks with the power of popularity and its long lasting tradition. Schiller suggests that fame is the most important belongings one can have in life, as it outlasts the body and stays even after death. He implies that popularity is a kind of immortality, as the excellent name of an individual will live on long after they have actually died. This quote also talks to the importance of leaving an enduring tradition, as fame is a way to guarantee that one's name and achievements will be kept in mind for generations to come. Schiller's words remind us that our actions and deeds can have a lasting impact, which we need to make every effort to make a positive contribution to the world. Ultimately, this quote functions as a suggestion that fame is an effective and lasting force, and that we need to aim to make a lasting impact on the world.

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Friedrich Schiller This quote is written / told by Friedrich Schiller between November 10, 1759 and May 9, 1805. He was a famous Dramatist from Germany. The author also have 51 other quotes.

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