Simon Dach Quotes

A collection of quotes by Simon Dach.

Simon Dach (1605-1659) was a renowned German poet and hymn writer. Born in Memel (now Klaipeda, Lithuania), Dach studied theology and philosophy in Königsberg, becoming a professor at the university there. He gained recognition for his lyrical poems, which often celebrated nature's beauty and expressed deep emotions. Dach was also known for his religious hymns that were widely sung in Protestant churches. His poetry influenced subsequent generations of writers and he is considered one of the most significant German poets of the 17th century.