Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

A man far oftener appears to have a decided character from persistently following his temperament than from persistently following his principles.

A man far oftener appears to have a decided character from p

Summary

This quote suggests that a person's true character is more likely to be defined by their natural temperament rather than their steadfast adherence to principles alone. It implies that consistently acting in alignment with one's inherent disposition and inclinations reveals more about their character compared to simply adhering to a set of moral or ethical principles. In other words, our character is shaped by how we consistently behave based on our natural tendencies, rather than solely relying on a set of externally imposed principles.

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Character Hypocrisy Principles Temperament Inconsistancy

By Friedrich Nietzsche

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