Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

A subject for a great poet would be God's boredom after the seventh day of creation.

A subject for a great poet would be God's boredom after the

Summary

This quote suggests that a fascinating topic for a skilled poet would be exploring the concept of God experiencing boredom after the completion of the seventh day of creation, as described in religious texts. It implies that even the divine may encounter a sense of weariness or monotony, allowing for contemplation on the nature of existence and the limitations of divinity. Such introspection on the moments after creation could provoke thought-provoking and thought-expanding poetry.

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By Friedrich Nietzsche

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