Von allem Geschriebenen liebe ich nur Das, was Einer mit seinem Blute schreibt.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Nietzsche declares he loves only what is written with one's own blood, meaning he values deeply personal, passionate work.
- In plain terms
- He values work created with personal passion and sacrifice.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek to create work that feels personally vital.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When have you poured your 'blood' into a project?
- Does personal sacrifice improve art?
Another view
Passion alone may not guarantee quality.
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