Art is the daughter of freedom.
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On the mountains there is freedom!_x000D_ The world is perfect everywhere,_x000D_ Save where man comes with his torment.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the idea that nature provides freedom and perfection, while human interference often brings suffering.
Friedrich Schiller's quote reflects the contrast between the tranquility found in nature and the discord introduced by humanity. It suggests that the mountains symbolize a place of liberation and beauty, devoid of the troubles that humans bring. This serves as a reminder of the peace that exists in untouched nature, highlighting the idea that human existence can often be a source of conflict and sorrow in contrast to the pure essence of the natural world.
Themes
FreedomNatureSufferingPerfectionHumanity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about environmental conservation to highlight the beauty of untouched nature.
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