Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

There is a rollicking kindness that looks like malice.

There is a rollicking kindness that looks like malice.

Summary

This quote suggests that sometimes, acts of kindness might appear to be malicious or insincere on the surface. It highlights the paradoxical nature of kindness, implying that there are instances when someone's kind actions may be interpreted in a different light due to their unconventional or eccentric demeanor. It emphasizes the importance of not judging people solely based on external appearances and reminds us that kindness can manifest itself in surprising and unexpected ways.

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Kindness

By Friedrich Nietzsche

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