Which Work Contains Nietzsche's Quote on Woman as God's Second Mistake?

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The quote "Woman was God's second mistake" originates from Friedrich Nietzsche's work, "The Antichrist." The discussion explores the implications of this statement, with participants speculating on what Nietzsche might consider God's first mistake, with suggestions including "Himself." The conversation highlights Nietzsche's complex views on humanity and divinity, emphasizing that he does not necessarily endorse the idea that man is a mistake.

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"Woman was God's second mistake."

Does anyone know what work of Nietzshe's this quote is from?
 
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Originally posted by mikehuntsloose
"Woman was God's second mistake."

Does anyone know what work of Nietzshe's this quote is from?

The Antichrist.
 


What was God's first mistake then?

Jon
 


Originally posted by Chrono
What was God's first mistake then?

Jon

Himself?
 
thanks adrenaline
 


Originally posted by plum
Himself?

I think Nietzsche is referring to the idea that man is a mistake of God. He himself does not agree with it though.
 

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