Art is the daughter of freedom.
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The world is ruled only by consideration of advantages.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that people's actions are primarily motivated by self-interest and the pursuit of benefits.
Friedrich Schiller's quote highlights the idea that human behavior and societal structures are often governed by the pursuit of advantages. It implies that decision-making is influenced by considerations of gain, whether in politics, economics, or personal interactions, revealing a fundamental aspect of human nature that prioritizes benefits over ideals or morality.
Themes
AdvantagesSelf-InterestHuman BehaviorDecision-MakingSociety
In practice
Example use cases
In a debate on ethics, one might say, 'As Friedrich Schiller noted, the world is ruled only by consideration of advantages, emphasizing our need to examine our motives.'
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