Quote by Johann von Goethe

A great revolution is never the fault of the people, but of the government.

A great revolution is never the fault of the people, but of

Summary

This quote emphasizes that when a great revolution occurs, the ultimate responsibility lies with the government rather than the people. It suggests that the root cause of revolutions lies in the failures, injustices, or oppressive actions of the ruling authorities. By attributing the fault to the government, the quote highlights the idea that revolutions are a response or backlash to the actions and policies of those in power. This perspective reflects the belief that people generally seek a change and rise against a government that is seen as unjust or oppressive.

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Revolution

By Johann von Goethe

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