Two Important Life Lessons I've Learned from the Philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer's Quote on Wisdom!
"The wise have always said the same things, and fools, who are the majority, have always done just the opposite"—Arthur Schopenhauer.
Who was Arthur?
Arthur Schopenhauer was one of the earliest 19th-century philosophers to argue that the universe is not logical.
Inspired by Plato and Kant, who saw the world as more rational, Schopenhauer developed their philosophies into an instinct-recognising and ultimately ascetic outlook, emphasising that in a world of endless conflicts, we should minimise our natural desires to achieve a more tranquil mind and a disposition towards universal beneficence.
Despite his pessimism, Schopenhauer supported artistic, moral, and ascetic awareness to transcend a frustrating and unpleasant human state.
His philosophies have appealed to individuals who question life's purpose and are versed in music, literature, and the visual arts.
The saying “the wise have always said the same things and fools, who are the majority, have always done just the opposite” means that throughout history, wise people have always given consistent guidance and knowledge. Still, most stupid people tend to ignore it and do something different.
