Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

Insanity in individuals is something rare, but in groups, parties, nations and epochs it is the rule

Insanity in individuals is something rare, but in groups, pa

Summary

This quote suggests that while insanity may be infrequent among individuals, it becomes a common phenomenon when observed in larger groups, parties, nations, or historical periods. It implies that the collective dynamics, ideologies, or influences of a collective can lead to irrational or unstable behavior. In other words, the quote implies that the level of insanity increases as we move from examining individuals to analyzing larger social entities.

By Friedrich Nietzsche

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