Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

I am a forest, and a night of dark trees: but he who is not afraid of my darkness, will find banks full of roses under my cypresses.

I am a forest, and a night of dark trees: but he who is not

Summary

This quote suggests that the person speaking is complex and may have some darkness within them, symbolized by the forest and dark trees. However, those who are not afraid to explore and understand this darkness will be rewarded with unexpected beauty and joy, symbolized by the roses found under the cypresses. It implies that embracing the complexity and accepting both the positive and negative aspects of someone or something can lead to a deeper appreciation and discovery of hidden treasures within.

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