Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

But it is the same with man as with the tree. The more he seeks to rise into the height and light, the more vigorously do his roots struggle earthword, downword, into the dark, the deep - into evil.

But it is the same with man as with the tree. The more he se

Summary

This quote reflects the dual nature of human beings. It suggests that just like a tree, the more we strive to grow and evolve towards goodness and enlightenment, the stronger our foundations in the darkness and primal instincts of our existence become. It implies that our goodness is often accompanied by a deep-seated propensity for evil or wrongdoing. The quote highlights the inherent struggle within humans to find a balance between our aspirations for growth and our connection to our primal nature.

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Good Humanity Evil Man Light Self Righteousness Zarathustra

By Friedrich Nietzsche

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