Will (philosophy) - Nietzsche

Nietzsche

Further information: Friedrich Nietzsche, The Will to Power, Intrinsic motivation

Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche was influenced by Schopenhauer when younger, but later felt him to be wrong. However, he maintained a modified focus upon will, making the term "will to power" famous as an explanation of human aims and actions.

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Famous quotes containing the word nietzsche:

    A great man’s followers are accustomed to blinding themselves so they can sing his praises better.
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)

    Pharisaism is not a degeneration in a good man: a large portion of it is rather the condition of all being-good.
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)

    On the tree, Future, we build our nest; and in our solitude eagles shall bring us nourishment in their beaks!
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)