Arthur Schopenhauer, Ph.D., German Philosopher, Atheist

In the ordinary man, injustice rouses a passionate desire for vengeance; . . . where there is a great deal of pride and vanity, there also will there be a great desire of vengeance.

Arthur Schopenhauer, Ph.D., German Philosopher, Atheist

Hope is the result of confusing the desire that something should take place with the probability that it will.

Arthur Schopenhauer, Ph.D., German Philosopher, Atheist

Ignorance is degrading only when found in company with riches. The poor man is restrained by poverty and need: labor occupies his thoughts, and takes the place of knowledge. But rich men who are ignorant live for their lusts only, and are like the beasts of the field; as may be seen every day: and they can also be reproached for not having used wealth and leisure for that which gives them their greatest value.