Eternally Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
“Who are you then?" "I am part of that power which eternally wills evil and eternally works good.”
About This Quote
Source Play: "Faust", Part I, 1808
Human nature contains both destructive and constructive forces that coexist eternally.
In simple terms: Good and evil coexist.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the duality within actions.
Themes
philosophy
duality
human nature
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- ethical debates
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
Moral conflict
eternal struggle
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives the balance of good and evil?
- Can one side dominate?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on duality may oversimplify complexity.
