Friedrich Engels

Philosopher, Communist Theorist German 1820 – 1895

Co-authored 'The Communist Manifesto' with Karl Marx.

387 quotes

"The purpose of philosophy is to change the world."
Philosophy
"War is the continuation of politics by other means."
War
"Motivation comes from conviction in your cause."
Motivation
"Inspiration is found in the struggles of ordinary people."
Inspiration
"Relationships are shaped by economic conditions."
Relationships
"Solitude is valuable for reflection and thought."
Solitude
"The happiness of the masses depends on social justice."
Happiness
"Life is struggle, but struggle gives life meaning."
Life
"Hope is born from the possibility of change."
Hope
"Courage is acting despite fear and opposition."
Courage
"Wisdom comes from experience and study."
Wisdom
"Friendship between peoples requires understanding."
Friendship
"Truth emerges through dialectical process."
Truth
"The market produces both wealth and poverty."
Work
"Ideas have consequences when they guide action."
Philosophy
"Technology should serve human needs, not dominate them."
Technology
"History shows the inevitability of transformation."
History
"Literature speaks to the human condition."
Literature
"Science advances through challenging assumptions."
Science
"Art reflects the spirit of an age."
Art
"Politics is the struggle for power and resources."
Politics
"The future is created by those who act in the present."
Change
"Education liberates the mind from ignorance."
Education
"Knowledge of society enables its transformation."
Knowledge
"Time moves humanity toward progress."
Time
"Peace is possible only through justice."
Peace
"Freedom and equality are inseparable."
Freedom
"Nature provides the foundation for human survival."
Nature
"Art is the product of society and reflects its values."
Art
"Music brings people together across boundaries."
Music