Conception Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
“Happy contractedness of youth, nay, of mankind in general, that they think neither of the high nor the deep, of the true nor the false, but only of what is suited to their own conceptions.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Faust, 1808
Youth and humanity often ignore deep truths, focusing only on ideas that fit their own limited perspectives.
In simple terms: People ignore deep truths, caring only about comfortable ideas.
Seek deeper understanding beyond personal bias.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- personal growth
- critical thinking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What deeper truths are you overlooking?
- How can you balance comfort with truth?
The statement may dismiss the value of practical, everyday concerns.