Christianity remains to this day the greatest misfortune of humanity.
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Deep is the well of truth and long does it take to know what has fallen into its depths.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quest for truth is profound and takes time to fully understand.
Friedrich Nietzsche's quote emphasizes the complexity and depth of truth, suggesting that understanding it requires time and effort. Just as a well holds a vast amount of water, truth encompasses many layers and facets that may not be immediately apparent, and diving into these depths can be a lengthy and challenging process.
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TruthDepthPhilosophyUnderstandingKnowledge
In practice
Example use cases
During a philosophical discussion on honesty, one might quote Nietzsche to highlight the complexities of finding and understanding truth.
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