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Largest Collection of Quotes in the World

Browse quotations from hundreds of authors, organized by topic and voice.

From Shakespeare and Emerson to Elon Musk and Taylor Swift, Quotter gathers memorable lines across literature, philosophy, politics, and modern life.

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Guides

How to Analyze the Meaning Behind a Famous Quote
A famous quote can look simple enough to understand in a few seconds. Its language may be familiar, its message widely repeated, and its author instantly…
The Quotable Wisdom of Confucius and His Disciples
Few philosophical traditions have traveled as far through short sayings as the teachings associated with Confucius. A sentence about learning, friendship,…
Friendship in the Words of Great Writers and Thinkers
Friendship has given literature some of its most intimate scenes and philosophy some of its clearest reflections on human nature. A trusted companion may…
The Bible’s Best-Known Words And Why They Endure
Few books have contributed as many familiar lines to public speech as the Bible. Its verses appear in sermons, wedding readings, funeral services, political…
The Role of Quotations in Powerful Speeches
A well-chosen quotation can give a speech a longer life than the event for which it was written. It can compress a complex idea into a few memorable words,…
Creativity and Innovation Quotes from Artists and Inventors
Creative work begins with a question, a sketch, a strange connection, or a problem that refuses to be ignored. Artists and inventors often describe this…
Lesser-Known Gems From Ancient Greek And Roman Writers
Ancient Greek and Roman literature is often represented by a familiar shortlist: Homer, Plato, Aristotle, Virgil, Seneca, and Marcus Aurelius. Their influence…
Nature Speaks: Quotes From Naturalists and Poets
Nature has long given writers a language for wonder, responsibility, solitude, and renewal. A single line about a forest, river, bird, or changing season can…
Why Social Media Keeps Sharing the Same Quotes
A memorable quotation can travel farther than the speech, essay, or book in which it first appeared. On social media, a few carefully chosen words can fit into…
The Living Voice In Letters From Writers And Thinkers
Letters preserve thought in motion. A published essay usually presents a finished argument, while a letter captures the mind while it is still testing ideas,…