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What doe this quote mean? What did Nietzsche mean when he wrote "And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you"? The full quote is: "He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you."---Friedrich Nietzsche, Beyond Good and Evil, Aphorism 146. I have some guesses, but I am interested in other interpretatioms. I appreciate any insight. ... (Asked by M&Math)
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Be True To Your Nightmare Its All You Got really...(Answered by phooey)

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is better to be wise by the of others than by your own>..is this a good aphorism and what does it mean? opps i mean to say "is better ot be wise by the misfortunes of ohter ppl than yours" what does it mean? ... (Asked by lost)
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an aphorism- a short pithy statement that expresses a general truth and a wise observation in a clever way,,, i suggest you start by having it make sense....(Answered by chickn noodle soup)

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Quotation of "truth"...? I remember a saying something along the lines of ' there is always some kernel of truth in the most deceitful lies' or something along the lines. The saying/quote/aphorism suggests that even in the most exaggerated of lies, like a joke/satire, there is still a (sad) truth behind it. What is that quote, and who might have written it? ... (Asked by J Z)
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“We anticipate and hope the DNA results will be released early next week. It's unfortunate that these young men have been vilified by the press, the community and the university they attend. It's a real miscarriage of justice for them to be convicted in the public's mind before everything is known. It is unfair. The allegations against them do not contain a kernel of truth.” ~ Bill Thomas...(Answered by ••Mott••)

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Find one more aphorism used in Paine's essay and explain the point he is making with it? These are the times that try men's souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their country; but he that stands by it now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman. Tyranny, like hell, is not easily conquered; yet we have this consolation with us, that the harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly: it is dearness only that gives every thing its value. Heaven knows how to put a proper price upon its goods; and it would be ... (Asked by red)
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I'm assuming when you say "one more" that excludes "These are the times that try men's souls". These should do the job: Two that make the same point: "The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph" "What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly" He expresses that worthy causes are difficult, but rewarding. "Show me your faith by your works" Basicaly he is saying both that the faithful should act in accordance to their faith and that God will provide, provided men work towards their goals. "'Tis the business of little minds to shrink" Is dismissing those who will walk away from conflict. I hope this helps...(Answered by Gerardo G)

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What do these aphorisms mean? Can anyone interpret and explain to me what these aphorisms mean? "Keep your eyes wide open before marriage, half shut afterwards" "Glass, china, and reputation are easily cracked and never mended well." "If a man could have half his wishes, he would double his troubles." ... (Asked by meg s)
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You need to be thoroughly aware about the person you are getting married to.. But remember that every human being passes through lots of odd circumstances, so, don't bother about things that do not materially affect you.If you suspect your spouse, that clouded vision will show you many things that are not true. and the troubles that follow will be endless. Character and precious possessions should be well guarded. Once these are broken no amount of mending will restore them to the original glory It is a way of saying that God is protecting us from unnecessary troubles by not granting all ...(Answered by cs r)

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What Does The Aphorism “justice must be seen to be done” Mean? It's just I heard someone use it and they meant it only has to be seen to be done. It doesn't matter if it really is. ... (Asked by Ligeia)
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What a tasty question, we could spend 3 days on this, by then it will be Christmas Day. So, it means that justice needs to be seen, recognised and acknowledged by the majority of the community it serves. It is not enough for one or two people to make a law and implement it in secret. The law must reflect the whole society and it must be open and accountable to that society. I see this statement as meaning the opposite to the one you suggested....(Answered by madresicilia)

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What does the aphorism "The wise through excess of wisdom is made a fool" mean to you? Also, how could I illustrate that in a drawing? It's for an American Lit. project and I have an idea, but I want other people's perspective on it. ... (Asked by !)
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Hi, Try this: "Wisdom without practical common sense is worthless." T.C......Rose...(Answered by rose)

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What is an Aphorism that Thomas Paine uses in the Crisis 1? For an english paper, I need to explain one of Paine's aphorisms. And it's turning out to be... a real pain! shot for bad joke Anyway, any suggestions of what I can write on? ... (Asked by Finn)
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How about "These are the times that try men's souls"? See the links below ... and you can find more comments on it by doing a search on the internet using "times that try men's souls" as your search term....(Answered by yahoohoo)

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What does this aphorism mean, "the doors of wisdom are never shut" by Benjamin Franklin? What message was Franklin trying to send to the 18th century Americans when he wrote it. ... (Asked by sushi lover)
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If you are willing to learn, you can. It's a concept you won't see in any religious document......(Answered by Jon A)

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What do any of these aphorisms mean? Please give intellectual responses..... "Talent without genius isn't much but genius without talent is nothing at all" "Many are stubborn in the path they have chosen, few in the pursuit of the goal" "Hope is generally a wrong guide, but it is a good companion along the way" " To measure up to all that is demanded of him, a man must overstate his capacities" "Adversity introduces a man to himself" ... (Asked by L.C.)
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Talent without genius isn't much... You don't have to be a genius to make 'something' of yourself, but if you're a genius without direction (talent) you'll never make anything of yourself. Many are stubborn in the chosen path... Many people chose a path, I want to be rich, I want to get married, I want ect... but few work to achieve the goal they just stick to "i want" Hope is generally a wrong guide Hope is not going to give you a solution or an answer... but it will make the waiting until you find your solution or answer easier to bear To measure up ...(Answered by Muriel V)

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What is an Aphorism that Thomas Paine uses in the Crisis 1? For an english paper, I need to explain one of Paine's aphorisms. And it's turning out to be... a real pain! shot for bad joke Anyway, any suggestions of what I can write on? ... (Asked by Finn)
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How about "These are the times that try men's souls"? See the links below ... and you can find more comments on it by doing a search on the internet using "times that try men's souls" as your search term....(Answered by yahoohoo)

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