Poems by Johann Gottfried von Herder

Philosopher, theologian and man of letters, born tuesday august 25, 1744 in Mor?g (Poland), died sunday december 18, 1803 in Weimar (Germany)
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Calmly take what ill betideth;
Patience wins the crown at length:
Rich repayment him abideth
Who endures in quiet strength.
Brave the tamer of the lion;
Brave whom conquered kingdoms praise;
Bravest he who rules his passions,
Who his own impatience sways.
Johann Gottfried von Herder
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