Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

Love brings the high and concealed characteristics of the lover into the light--what is rare and exceptional in him: to that extent it easily deceives regarding his normality.

Love brings the high and concealed characteristics of the lo

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This quote suggests that love has the power to uncover and reveal the best qualities of a person, qualities that are often hidden or not immediately evident. It implies that love can distort perception and make the lover appear rare and extraordinary, potentially blinding them to the person's normal flaws or shortcomings. Love can create an idealized image of the loved one, making it easy to overlook their ordinary qualities or behaviors.

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