Asks Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
“What is good?" ye ask. To be brave is good. Let the little girls say: "To be good is what is pretty, and at the same time touching.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Thus Spoke Zarathustra, 1883
Courage and beauty are linked; bravery defines goodness, and aesthetic appeal aligns with moral virtue.
In simple terms: Bravery makes one good and beautiful.
Key Takeaway
Embrace courage to embody goodness.
Themes
courage
beauty
morality
aesthetics
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- artistic expression
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
Nietzschean ethics
heroic ideal
Questions to Reflect On
- How does bravery influence your sense of goodness?
- Can aesthetic appeal guide moral choices?
A Different Perspective
Goodness can be subjective and culturally defined.
