Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

You gave him an opportunity of showing greatness of character and he did not seize it. He will never forgive you for that.

You gave him an opportunity of showing greatness of characte

Summary

This quote suggests that someone had the chance to demonstrate their admirable qualities and failed to do so. As a result, they harbor resentment towards the person who offered them the opportunity. The quote implies that this individual is incapable of forgiving the missed chance to showcase their character, highlighting the significance of the opportunity they were given and the impact it had on their relationship with the quote's subject.

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Resentment

By Friedrich Nietzsche

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