Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

There are few pains so grievous as to have seen, divined, or experienced how an exceptional man has missed his way and deteriorated

There are few pains so grievous as to have seen, divined, or

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This quote suggests that witnessing or understanding how a talented or exceptional person has gone astray and declined in some way can be a deeply saddening experience. It highlights the profound disappointment and sadness that comes from observing someone with great potential and capabilities deviate from the right path and deteriorate.

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