We can come to look upon the deaths of our enemies with as much regret as we feel for those of our friends, namely, when we miss their existence as witnesses to our success.
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Because people have no thoughts to deal in, they deal cards, and try and win one another's money. Idiots!
Interpretation
What this quote means
Schopenhauer critiques how people often engage in gambling as a substitute for meaningful thought and interaction.
In this quote, Arthur Schopenhauer highlights the absurdity of gambling as a mere distraction for individuals who lack deeper intellectual engagement. He suggests that instead of fostering genuine thoughts and creativity, people resort to superficial activities like dealing cards in hopes of monetary gain, which he perceives as foolishness. This reflection prompts a broader contemplation of human behavior and the emptiness that can result from prioritizing material wealth over meaningful pursuits.
Themes
GamblingMoneyThoughtFoolishnessEngagement
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a discussion about the psychological effects of gambling addiction.
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