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Finished with Book Four, which builds upon the ideas of the previous part, and notably ends w/ the "greatest weight" aphorism. I'm surprised how it gets misquoted or has parts omitted, as in some instances, it seems to merely be "awe at finally seeing a god" instead of a question of whether we would still embrace life if the "eternal hourglass of existence" flipped and we had to go through life in the same way.
— Mar 08, 2026 03:46PM
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"Whom do you call bad? - Those who always want to put to
shame."
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"What do you consider most humane? - To spare someone
shame."
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"What is the seal of liberation? - No longer being ashamed
in front of oneself."
— Mar 03, 2026 09:47PM
"Whom do you call bad? - Those who always want to put to
shame."
274
"What do you consider most humane? - To spare someone
shame."
275
"What is the seal of liberation? - No longer being ashamed
in front of oneself."
Dave J.
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Onto "Book Three" now. Went back and read the poetry in the beginning (as I had initially glossed over it) and found that it was decent enough, even humorous at times. I find that this (whole) book in particular is best experienced in short bursts, as there's a lot to take in and think on. Book Two was more erratic than the first, but still had some unique insight and questions--and levity--to impart.
— Feb 28, 2026 09:04PM
