Emma Goldman

Anarchist, Activist Lithuanian-American 1869 – 1940

Anarchist orator and activist deported from the United States.

374 quotes

"Work should be a pleasure, not a burden imposed by necessity."
Work
"The greatest monument to any people is the spirit of freedom they leave behind."
Freedom
"Imagination is the soil from which all creation springs."
Imagination
"The human spirit cannot be conquered as long as it refuses to be broken."
Strength
"Dreams are the visions that drive humanity forward."
Dreams
"Music is the universal language of the human heart."
Music
"Beauty exists everywhere for those with eyes to see it."
Beauty
"History is written by the victors, but truth belongs to the brave."
History
"The only true security is the security that comes from within."
Strength
"Progress requires the courage to question authority."
Courage
"Kindness is the seed from which all virtues grow."
Kindness
"The greatest adventure is the adventure of becoming yourself."
Adventure
"Technology should serve humanity, not enslave it."
Technology
"Knowledge is power, but wisdom is knowing how to use it."
Wisdom
"Gratitude is the recognition of the good that is present in our lives."
Gratitude
"Creativity is the expression of the divine within us."
Creativity
"Health is the foundation upon which all other goods rest."
Health
"The greatest strength is the strength to forgive."
Strength
"Patience is the companion of wisdom and truth."
Patience
"The pursuit of happiness is often what prevents us from being happy."
Happiness
"Success is measured not in wealth, but in the positive impact on others."
Success
"Friendship is the greatest gift that life can offer."
Friendship
"Family ties are sacred when built on love and respect."
Family
"Perseverance in the face of adversity is the mark of a noble spirit."
Perseverance
"Literature captures the truths that politics tries to hide."
Literature
"Motivation comes from within when you understand your true purpose."
Motivation
"Inspiration strikes those who are open to the possibilities of life."
Inspiration
"Solitude is the sanctuary where the soul finds itself."
Solitude
"Faith in humanity is faith in our capacity to change and grow."
Faith
"Death teaches us the value of life lived fully and authentically."
Death