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“The meanest authors have at least this similarity with the great author of heaven and earth, that they usually say after a completed day of work: "And behold, what he had done was good.” quote by Karl Wilhelm Friedrich Schlegel
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“The meanest authors have at least this similarity with the great author of heaven and earth, that they usually say after a completed day of work: "And behold, what he had done was good.”

Karl Wilhelm Friedrich Schlegel

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Even modest writers recognize the goodness of their completed work, echoing a divine perspective.

In simple terms: Authors see their work as good.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge the value of finished work.

Themes

humility creation spirituality

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • artistic practice
  • daily reflection

Key Concepts

literature philosophy theology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you measure your work’s goodness?
  • What role does humility play?
A Different Perspective

Self‑criticism can hinder confidence.

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