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Beyond Good and Evil · Chapter

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A single aphorism contrasting the nature of praise and blame, suggesting praise is more intrusive or imposing.

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A single aphorism contrasting the nature of praise and blame, suggesting praise is more intrusive or imposing.

Key passages

  • In praise there is more obtrusiveness than in blame.

    Praise is a more forceful and imposing act than blame.

    A concise psychological observation on social interaction and valuation.