Gutenberg, Johannes
A German inventor who introduced mechanical movable type printing to Europe, initiating the printing revolution.
Most quoted
"Yes, it is a press, certainly, but a press from which shall flow in inexhaustible streams, the most abundant and most marvelous liquor that has ever flowed to relieve the thirst of men! Through it, God will spread His Word. A spring of truth shall flow from it: like a new star it shall scatter the darkness of ignorance, and cause a new light to shine upon mankind."
— from Attributed
"Yes, it is a press, certainly, but a press from which shall flow in inexhaustible streams, the most abundant and most marvelous liquor that has ever flowed to relieve the thirst of men! Through it, God will spread His Word. A spring of truth shall flow from it: like a new star it will scatter the darkness of ignorance, and cause a new light to shine among men."
— from Attributed, likely apocryphal but reflects his motivations, 1450
"God suffers in the multitude of souls whom His word can not reach. Religious truth is imprisoned in a few manuscripts which guard the treasure, instead of diffusing it. Let us break the seal which holds the word of God; let us give wings to truth, that it may speed from soul to soul, from town to town, from kingdom to kingdom."
— from Attributed
All quotes by Gutenberg, Johannes (379)
I have mortgaged my future for this dream.
The joy of seeing the first printed page is immeasurable.
This invention will change the course of history.
I pray that my work will serve humanity well.
The cost is great, but the value is greater.
I have faced ridicule, but I have not wavered.
My hands are stained with ink, but my heart is full.
The power of the printed word is immense.
I have dedicated my life to this pursuit.
Let the light of learning shine brightly.
The printing press is a gift from God.
I have worked tirelessly, day and night.
The future generations will benefit from this.
My vision is clear, even when the path is difficult.
To bring knowledge to the common man is my aim.
The precision of the metal type is crucial for legibility.
Each character must be a work of art in itself.
The process is intricate, but the result is worth every effort.
I have borrowed much, but I believe in the return.
The speed of production will astound the world.