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“Nietzsche's break with Schopenhauer rests on precisely this point; it is a matter of knowing whether the will is unitary or multiple.” quote by Gilles Deleuze
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“Nietzsche's break with Schopenhauer rests on precisely this point; it is a matter of knowing whether the will is unitary or multiple.”

Gilles Deleuze

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Source Philosophical text: Nietzsche and Schopenhauer analysis, 1965

Nietzsche’s split from Schopenhauer hinges on whether the will is a single unified force or composed of many parts.

In simple terms: Nietzsche vs. Schopenhauer: unified vs. multiple will.

Key Takeaway

Explore the nature of will as singular or plural.

Themes

philosophy will identity duality

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical theoretical

When to use this quote

  • academic discourse
  • lecture notes

Key Concepts

metaphysics psychology ethical theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is the will a single drive or many?
  • How does this affect moral responsibility?
A Different Perspective

The nature of will remains debated.

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