Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

Arrogance on the part of the meritorious is even more offensive to us than the arrogance of those without merit: for merit itself is offensive.

Arrogance on the part of the meritorious is even more offens

Summary

This quote suggests that arrogance displayed by those who are highly talented or successful is more distasteful than arrogance displayed by those lacking such qualities. It argues that even merit itself can be offensive because it can lead to a sense of entitlement or superiority. The quote implies that humility and modesty should be valued regardless of one's achievements, as arrogance can overshadow the virtues of merit.

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By Friedrich Nietzsche

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