Aphra Behn

Playwright Novelist English 1640 – 1689

English playwright and novelist, first professional female writer.

440 quotes

"Philosophy teaches us how to live."
Philosophy
"Literature is the mirror of society."
Literature
"Politics shapes the destiny of nations."
Politics
"War is the failure of human reason."
War
"Inspiration comes from within."
Inspiration
"Relationships require honesty and trust."
Relationships
"Solitude is the canvas for the soul."
Solitude
"Creativity is the essence of humanity."
Creativity
"Justice is the foundation of civilization."
Justice
"Patience with oneself is the beginning of wisdom."
Patience
"Kindness is a language everyone understands."
Kindness
"Strength is not the absence of fear."
Strength
"Power corrupts those who are weak of spirit."
Power
"Money is the root of both good and evil."
Money
"Health of body requires health of mind."
Health
"Adventure enriches the soul."
Adventure
"Imagination is the birthplace of invention."
Imagination
"Technology should serve humanity, not master it."
Technology
"History is written by the victorious."
History
"Philosophy without action is mere contemplation."
Philosophy
"Literature teaches us to feel."
Literature
"Politics is the art of compromise."
Politics
"War begets only suffering and loss."
War
"Motivation comes from purpose."
Motivation
"Inspiration strikes those who seek it."
Inspiration
"Relationships are the measure of a life well lived."
Relationships
"Solitude feeds the creative spirit."
Solitude
"Creativity blooms in freedom."
Creativity
"Justice delayed is justice denied."
Justice
"Patience is not weakness but strength."
Patience