But power exhausts itself in what it takes power over and is replaced by a new trajectory of will to power.A given Will to power cannot be separated from the value system that it posits, and that is serially overcome by a wholly different value system ad infinitum( eternal return of the same). This is different from a ‘growth’ oriented notion of empowerment and optimal potential. — Joshs
The underlying idea? That the bungled and the botched are to be the objects of derision? That's not a sentiment that deserves sympathy. — Banno
I think you are correct. Though, I do not think Nietzsche discusses Aristotle. — Jackson
Yes, and he provided such a stellar example of that. — Wayfarer
Aristotle's understanding of tragedy is quite insightful. Nietzsche misread Aristotle's notion of pity as a Christian concept. — Jackson
So, man is a synonym for superape! — Agent Smith
Humankind is superapekind. — ZzzoneiroCosm
Humans are apes that do physics, metaphysics, abstract art, jazz, epic poetry, space exploration, mystical ecstasy...
No matter how morally indignant the philosimians get, facts are facts, there is no equivalency.
Humankind is superapekind. — ZzzoneiroCosm
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