Trust Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
““Excelsior! You will never again pray, never again repose in limitless trust - you deny it to yourself to remain halted before an ultimate wisdom, ultimate good, ultimate power, and there unharness your thoughts””
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Essay: “Thus Spoke Zarathustra”, 1883
The call to push beyond prayer and passive trust, urging self‑driven pursuit of ultimate wisdom, good, and power, while warning against self‑imposed stagnation.
In simple terms: Reject passive trust; pursue ultimate wisdom actively.
Embrace active pursuit of higher purpose.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- overcoming personal doubts
- seeking deeper meaning
- challenging limiting beliefs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What “ you hold back from seeking ultimate truth?
- How can you balance trust and active effort?
Self‑imposed limits can lead to burnout.