Quotes by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing

The most deadly fruit is borne by the hatred which one grafts on an extinguished friendship.
– Gotthold Ephraim Lessing
Would that we could at once paint with the eyes! In the long way from the eye through the arm to the pencil, how much is lost!
– Gotthold Ephraim Lessing
One single grateful thought raised to heaven is the most perfect prayer.
– Gotthold Ephraim Lessing
For me the greatest beauty always lies in the greatest clarity.
– Gotthold Ephraim Lessing
Absolute truth belongs to Thee alone.
– Gotthold Ephraim Lessing