The best Quotes by Adolph von Knigge

The best Quotes by Adolph von Knigge

Adolph Franz Friedrich Ludwig Freiherr Knigge (16 October 1752 - 6 May 1796) was a German writer, Freemason, and a leading member of the Order of the Illuminati.

One should never forget, that society would rather be amused than instructed.
Respect yourself, if you want others to respect you.
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Without inspiration, which fills the soul with a healthy warmth, nothing great can ever be brought to pass.
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In many matters children - not ensnared by dogmatism, passion, or erudition - judge far truer than adults.