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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No rose without a thorn but many a thorn without a rose.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Beauty often comes with pain, but pain can exist without beauty.
This quote by Arthur Schopenhauer suggests that while the presence of beauty (symbolized by the rose) is often accompanied by challenges or difficulties (represented by the thorn), it also highlights the reality that pain and struggles can exist independently of beauty. It serves as a reminder that life may bring hardships without the balance of beautiful experiences, leading to a deeper reflection on the nature of existence and our perception of good and bad.
Themes
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In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a motivational speech about resilience.
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