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90 - Heroes are Dangerous: Rousseau & Nietzsche with Johnathan Bi
Cost of Glory
Will to Power vs Strength of Soul
The distinction between Nietzsche's concept of 'will to power' and Rousseau's 'strength of soul' lies in the focus on desire for power and the ability to execute it. Nietzsche's will to power is about a strong desire for power without the ability to achieve it, leading to a transformation of values. In contrast, Rousseau's strength of soul encompasses both the desire for power and the capability to execute it, as illustrated by examples of historical figures like Alexander, Pompey, Sulla, and Caesar.
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