Arrows Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
“I love him who loveth his virtue: for virtue is the will to down-going, and an arrow of longing.”
About This Quote
The quote links love for a virtuous person to virtue itself, describing virtue as a downward will and a yearning arrow.
In simple terms: Loving virtue embodies virtue; it is a yearning drive.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate love for virtue to embody it.
Themes
virtue
love
will
longing
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal development
- moral aspiration
- inner drive
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What does virtue mean to you?
- How can you direct longing toward virtuous goals?
