Eternal Recurrence

From Thus Spake Zarathustra by Friedrich Nietzsche
The thought that all events repeat infinitely; the test of affirmation and Zarathustra's most abysmal teaching.
Part III, 'On the Vision and the Riddle'

The gateway 'Moment' and the dialogue with the dwarf; first full presentation.

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Part III, 'The Convalescent'

Zarathustra confronts his abysmal thought and is hailed as teacher of the eternal recurrence.

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Part III, 'The Seven Seals'

Ecstatic affirmation of recurrence through the refrain on the ring of rings, marriage to eternity.

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