"True teachers are those who use themselves as bridges over which they invite their students to cross; then, having facilitated their crossing, joyfully collapse, encouraging them to create bridges of their own."

Nikos Kazantzakis (1883 - 1957)
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About Nikos Kazantzakis

Nikos Kazantzakis was a Greek writer and philosopher, known for his novels and philosophical works. He was born in 1883 in Crete, Greece. Kazantzakis is best known for his novel 'Zorba the Greek', which was adapted into a successful film. His works often explore existential themes and the human struggle for meaning and purpose. Kazantzakis' writing style is marked by its poetic language and deep introspection.

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