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Famous quotes

We are all familiar with quotes from famous personalities in our own languages and cultures - but how many do we know from elsewhere in different languages? Here is a chance to discover the wisdom, truths (or half-truths!), creativity, humour and sometimes downright cynicism from a range of cultures and languages as well as their origins. Do you have a favourite? We would be delighted if you would also contribute some of your own!

Famous quotes

We are all familiar with quotes from famous personalities in our own languages and cultures - but how many do we know from elsewhere in different languages? Here is a chance to discover the wisdom, truths (or half-truths!), creativity, humour and sometimes downright cynicism from a range of cultures and languages as well as their origins. Do you have a favourite? We would be delighted if you would also contribute some of your own!
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Det eneste spørsmålet som virkelig betyr noe, må være dette: Blir det bedre eller verre? The only question that really matters must be this one: Is it getting better or worse?

By Erlend Loe, novelist and screenwriter
Taken from Loe's novel 'Naïve. Super', this quote represents a fundamental question about the quality of one's life, as the novel's protagonist confronts the existential question of life's purpose.


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Den sterkeste mann i verden, det er han som står mest alene. You see, the point is that the strongest man in the world is he who stands most alone.

By Henrik Ibsen


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I dag våkner jeg og har mange tanker. Helt sikkert mer enn fem. Det er et mas. Today I wake up and have many thoughts. Definitely more than five. It’s a hassle.

By Erlend Loe, Norwegian novelist
The quote expresses a feeling of being overwhelmed by the sheer volume of thoughts one experiences. It reflects the complexity and sometimes chaotic nature of the human mind.


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Det er bedre å tenne et lys enn å forbanne mørket. It is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness

By Unknown
This saying emphasises the importance of taking action and making a positive impact, rather than simply complaining or dwelling on negative circumstances.


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Evig eies kun det tapte. Only what is lost is possessed forever.

By Henrik Ibsen