Hermann Hesse Flashcards
(6 cards)
Who was Hermann Hesse
A German poet, novelist and painter (1877-1962)
Hermann Hesse: On spiritual seeking
I have been and still am a seeker, but I have ceased to question stars and books; I have begun to listen to the teaching my blood whispers to me
Hermann Hesse:
The paradox of seeking
What could I say to you that would be of value, except that perhaps you seek too much, that as a result of your seeking you cannot find.
Hermann Hesse:
On fear
You are only afraid if you are not in harmony with yourself. People are afraid because they have never owned up to themselves.
Hermann Hesse:
On making do
If a man has nothing to eat, fasting is the most intelligent thing he can do.
Hermann Hesse:
On the limits of words
Words do not express thoughts very well. They always become a little different immediately after they are expressed, a little distorted, a little foolish.
