Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

Our faith in others betrays that we would rather have faith in ourselves. Our longing for a friend is our betrayer. And often with our love we want merely to overcome envy. And often we attack and make ourselves enemies, to conceal that we are vulnerable.

Our faith in others betrays that we would rather have faith

Summary

This quote suggests that our faith in others is an expression of our desire to trust ourselves. It implies that our longing for friendship can often lead to disappointment or hurt. Additionally, it suggests that our love for others may sometimes be motivated by a desire to mask our envy. The quote further highlights how we may attack or create enemies as a defense mechanism to hide our own vulnerabilities. Overall, it unveils the complex and sometimes contradicting emotions and behaviors that exist within human relationships.

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By Friedrich Nietzsche

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