It is only a man's own fundamental thoughts that have truth and life in them. For it is these that he really and completely understands. To read the thoughts of others is like taking the remains of someone else's meal, like putting on the discarded clothes of a stranger.
More Quotes by Arthur Schopenhauer
Treat a work of art like a prince. Let it speak to you first.
Religion is the masterpiece of the art of animal training, for it trains people as to how they shall think.
It is with trifles, and when he is off guard, that a man best reveals his character.
We forfeit three-quarters of ourselves in order to be like other people.
With people of limited ability modesty is merely honesty. But with those who possess great talent it is hypocrisy.
To live alone is the fate of all great souls.