Bertolt Brecht Quotes

Society cannot share a common communication system so long as it is split into warring factions.

Bertolt Brecht

Do not fear death so much but rather the inadequate life.

Bertolt Brecht

No one can be good for long if goodness is not in demand.

Bertolt Brecht

What a miserable thing life is: you're living in clover, only the clover isn't good enough.

Bertolt Brecht

Everyone chases after happiness, not noticing that happiness is right at their heels.

Bertolt Brecht

Intelligence is not to make no mistakes, but quickly to see how to make them good.

Bertolt Brecht

The world of knowledge takes a crazy turn when teachers themselves are taught to learn.

Bertolt Brecht

Poverty makes you sad as well as wise.

Bertolt Brecht

What they could do with 'round here is a good war. What else can you expect with peace running wild all over the place? You know what the trouble with peace is? No organization.

Bertolt Brecht

War is like love; it always finds a way.

Bertolt Brecht