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Bridges Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

“I love him who reserveth no share of spirit for himself, but wanteth to be wholly the spirit of his virtue: thus walketh he as spirit over the bridge.” quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
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“I love him who reserveth no share of spirit for himself, but wanteth to be wholly the spirit of his virtue: thus walketh he as spirit over the bridge.”

Friedrich Nietzsche

About This Quote

Source Book: Thus Spoke Zarathustra, 1883

True virtue is selfless, becoming one with the spirit of goodness

In simple terms: Selfless virtue aligns with spirit

Key Takeaway

Live selflessly, embody virtue

Themes

ethics spirituality selflessness

Mood

solemn inspirational

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • leadership
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

Nietzschean philosophy morality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “spirit of his virtue” imply?
  • How to practice selfless virtue daily?
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