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“Since humanity came into being, man hath enjoyed himself too little: that alone, my brethren, is our original sin! And when we learn better to enjoy ourselves, then do we unlearn best to give pain unto others, and to contrive pain. Therefore do I wash the hand that hath helped the sufferer; therefore do I wipe also my soul. For in seeing the sufferer suffering – thereof was I ashamed on account of his shame; and in helping him, sorely did I wound his pride.”

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Book:Thus Spoke Zarathustra
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Thus Spoke Zarathustra

Thus Spoke Zarathustra is a philosophical novel that delves into profound themes such as the will to power, the eternal recurrence, and the concept of the Übermensch. The book is a collection of aphorisms and dialogues narrated by the character Zarathustra, who seeks to inspire others to embrace life and strive for self-overcoming. Written by the German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, the work is considered a cornerstone of modern Western philosophy. more

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Friedrich Nietzsche
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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