The general interest of the masses might take the place of the insight of genius if it were allowed freedom of action.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
Since when was genius found respectable?
Genius is the ability to put into effect what is on your mind.
In the republic of mediocrity, genius is dangerous.
Intellectuals solve problems, geniuses prevent them.
The major work of the world is not done by geniuses. It is done by ordinary people, with balance in their lives, who have learned to work in an extraordinary manner.
Genius might be the ability to say a profound thing in a simple way.
A people do not throw their geniuses away. And if they are thrown away, it is our duty as artists and as witnesses for the future to collect them again for the sake of our children and, if necessary, bone by bone.
Real genius is nothing else but the supernatural virtue of humility in the domain of thought.
Genius is independent of situation.
No, I don't believe in genius. I believe in freedom. I think anyone can do it. Anyone can be like Rembrandt.