Many writers are neither spirit nor wine, but rather spirits- of-wine: they can catch fire, and then they give off heat.

Man Is Something That Must Be Overcome

The consequence is that every man comes to know himself solely in terms of his power for defence and attack.

Man is something to be surpassed.

Envy and jealousy are the private parts of the human soul. Perhaps the comparison can be extended.

On the heights it is warmer than people in the valley suppose, especially in winter. The thinker recognizes the full import of this simile.

Phlegmatic natures can be inspired to enthusiasm only by being made into fanatics.