Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

All beings so far have created something beyond themselves; and do you want to be the ebb of this great flood and even go back to the beasts rather than overcome man? What is the ape to man? A laughingstock or a painful embarrassment. And man shall be just that for the overman: a laughingstock or a painful embarrassment

All beings so far have created something beyond themselves;

Summary

In this quote, Friedrich Nietzsche urges individuals not to settle for mediocrity and regression. He argues that throughout history, all beings have strived to create something greater than themselves. Nietzsche questions the worthiness of returning to a primitive state, akin to beasts, instead of surpassing the current human condition. He introduces the concept of the "overman" or the "superman" who is meant to overcome mankind and achieve greatness. According to Nietzsche, to this superior being, mankind is either subject to ridicule or causes discomfort due to their failure to transcend their limitations.

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By Friedrich Nietzsche

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