The rose does not bloom without thorns. True: but would that the thorns did out outlive the rose

The rose does not bloom without thorns. True: but would that the thorns did out outlive the rose

Jean Paul, a German Romantic writer, often explored themes of beauty, suffering, and the complexities of human existence in his works. The quote “The rose does not bloom without thorns. True: but would that the thorns did out outlive the rose” encapsulates the essence of Jean Paul’s philosophy on life and the inherent struggles that come with it.