The value of a man is measured by the extent to which he is willing to submit to the yoke of suffering.
Pessimist philosophy
Manuscript Remains, Vol. III, 'On the Will'
Posthumous publication, from notes prior to 1860
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"There is no doubt that life is given us, not to be enjoyed, but to be overcome; to be got over."
Strange & Unusual"The fundamental error of all systems of morality is that they are not based on observation."
Humorous"The only certain antidote to the fear of death is the knowledge that we are already dead."
Strange & Unusual"The greatest error of all is to try to be happy."
Controversial"If we suspect that a man is lying, we should pretend to believe him, for then he becomes bold and assured, lies more energetically, and is unmasked."
Humorous