“Man is not equally moral at all hours, this is well known. If his morality is judged to be the capability for great self-sacrificing resolutions and self-denial (which, when continuous and grown habitual, are called holiness)”
Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
Work
Human, All Too Human: A Book for Free Spirits
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the complexities of human existence, focusing on the essence of free spirits and their place in the world. It offers insights into the human psyche, the pursuit of knowledge, and the search for meaning. more
Author
Friedrich Nietzsche
Friedrich Nietzsche was a German philosopher, cultural critic, poet, and writer whose works have had a profound impact on subsequent philosophy, literature, and thought. His ideas revolve around concepts such as the 'will to power', the 'Übermensch', and the 'eternal recurrence'. more
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