The best thing in life is to be born an idiot.
Pessimist philosophy
Attributed, though precise source is elusive, reflecting his pessimistic philosophy.
Approx. 19th Century
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"In short, a large part of the powers of the human race is taken away from the production of what is necessary, in order to bring what is superfluous and unnecessary within the reach of a few."
Controversial"The only difference between a wise man and a fool is that the wise man knows he is a fool, and the fool does not."
Controversial"The more a man has in himself, the less he will want from others."
Strange & Unusual"The world is a machine for grinding out suffering."
Controversial"The only way to escape the suffering of life is to kill oneself."
Strange & Unusual