Bangambiki HabyarimanaNothing is sweeter and addictive than power, the unlucky soul this demon possesses, if he is not sacrificed on its altar will sacrifice others himself to get it
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The quote, “Nothing is sweeter and addictive than power,” by Friedrich Nietzsche, is about the temptation of power. He wrote this when he was in his early 20s. If you are not familiar with Nietzsche’s work, he is probably one of the most influential philosophers to have lived in the past two centuries. This quote about power could have been written about anyone whose life revolves around it.
Some people find pleasure in the power to control others. They feel that it gives them a sense of security when they are in control. Having power over others gives them a feeling of superiority.
Others have power over their own lives. They feel in control when they have control over their own actions and decisions. Other people think they can achieve greatness by having power over other people.
They feel that it will give them an opportunity to live up to their potential and become great leaders or even God himself. Whatever the case may be, this quote shows how powerful and addictive the desire for power can be and how quickly we can fall into it if we don’t take care.
Source: Pearls Of Eternity
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