Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

I do not know what the spirit of a philosopher could more wish to be than a good dancer. For the dance is his ideal, also his fine art, finally also the only kind of piety he knows, his divine service.

I do not know what the spirit of a philosopher could more wi

Summary

This quote suggests that a philosopher's ultimate desire is to become a talented dancer. The dance is seen as their ideal form of expression, akin to a fine art. Additionally, dancing serves as a spiritual practice for the philosopher, representing their only form of devotion and divine service. In essence, the quote highlights the philosopher's yearning for physical and artistic prowess through dance, emphasizing its importance as a means of self-expression, spirituality, and reverence.

By Friedrich Nietzsche

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