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“(...) one man will look another in the face, with the impudent assurance that he will never see anything but a miserable resemblance of himself; and this is just what he will see, as he cannot grasp anything beyond it. Hence the bold way in which one man will contradict another.” quote by Arthur Schopenhauer
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““(...) one man will look another in the face, with the impudent assurance that he will never see anything but a miserable resemblance of himself; and this is just what he will see, as he cannot grasp anything beyond it. Hence the bold way in which one man will contradict another.””

Arthur Schopenhauer

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

People see only a flawed reflection of themselves, leading to contradictions and limited understanding.

In simple terms: Seeing only a poor self‑image causes conflict.

Key Takeaway

Recognize personal bias.

Themes

identity perception conflict

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical analytical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • debates
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

philosophy self‑awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What assumptions shape your self‑image?
  • How can you see beyond personal bias?
A Different Perspective

May overlook objective truth.

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