Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

The aphorism in which I am the first master among Germans, are the forms of eternity; my ambition is to say in ten sentences what everyone else says in a book -- what everyone else does not say in a book.

The aphorism in which I am the first master among Germans, a

Summary

This quote underscores the desire to convey profound ideas and insights in a concise manner. The speaker, claiming to be a pioneer among Germans in expressing aphorisms, views these succinct forms of communication as eternal. The aspiration emerges to transmit in only a few sentences what others require an entire book to convey. In doing so, the speaker aims to communicate what remains untold within those books, implying a willingness to explore unconventional perspectives and delve into uncharted territory. The quote emphasizes the value of brevity and the potential to encapsulate profound thoughts within a few well-chosen words.

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Proverbial Wisdom

By Friedrich Nietzsche

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