Quote by Arthur Schopenhauer

Suffering by nature or chance never seems so painful as suffering inflicted on us by the arbitrary will of another.

Suffering by nature or chance never seems so painful as suff

Summary

This quote suggests that experiencing suffering caused by the arbitrary will of another person is more unbearable than suffering caused by natural or chance occurrences. It highlights the profound impact of human actions on individuals and emphasizes the emotional and psychological weight of deliberate suffering caused by someone else. The quote implies that suffering caused by human intent and choice carries a greater sense of injustice and cruelty compared to the inherent unpredictability of nature or chance events.

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By Arthur Schopenhauer

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