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“So I ask my pride that it always go along with my wisdom. And when my wisdom leaves me one day alas - it loves to flyway - let my pride then fly with my folly.” quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
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““So I ask my pride that it always go along with my wisdom. And when my wisdom leaves me one day alas - it loves to flyway - let my pride then fly with my folly.””

Friedrich Nietzsche

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Pride should align with wisdom; when wisdom departs, pride should follow folly rather than clinging to false certainty.

In simple terms: Pride follows wisdom, but can become folly when wisdom is gone.

Key Takeaway

Balance pride with humility and adapt when insight fades.

Themes

pride wisdom humility adaptability

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • personal growth
  • leadership challenges
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology self‑awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep pride constructive?
  • When does pride become harmful?
A Different Perspective

If wisdom is absent, pride may lead to reckless choices.

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