Books Quote by Karl Wilhelm Friedrich Schlegel
“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.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Romanticism and the Role of the Author, 1805
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.
