Arthur Schopenhauer, Originally Quotes

A collection of quotes by Arthur Schopenhauer, Originally .

Arthur Schopenhauer (1788-1860) was a highly influential German philosopher known for his pessimistic worldview and profound insights on human existence. He developed a unique philosophical system that drew heavily from Indian philosophy, particularly Buddhism, and rejected many traditional philosophical notions. Schopenhauer's major work, "The World as Will and Representation," explored the concept of the will as the fundamental driving force behind all human actions and argued that the pursuit of desires and passions only leads to perpetual suffering. Despite initial neglect, his philosophy gained recognition and influenced various thinkers, such as Friedrich Nietzsche and Sigmund Freud.