Pathos of Distance and Nobility

From Beyond Good and Evil by Friedrich Nietzsche
All enhancement of the human type has been the work of aristocratic society relying on the 'pathos of distance' between ranks; Part 9 ('What is Noble?') articulates the order of rank.
Part 9, Section 257

Every enhancement of 'man' has been the work of aristocratic society--originates the 'pathos of distance.'

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Part 9, Section 258

The healthy aristocracy accepts that society exists for its sake as a foundation.

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Part 9, Section 287

What is noble? The noble soul has reverence for itself.

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