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“The only thing of weight that can be said against modern honor is that it is directly opposite to religion. The one bids you bear injuries with patience, the other tells you if you don't resent them, you are not fit to live.” quote by Bernard de Mandeville
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“The only thing of weight that can be said against modern honor is that it is directly opposite to religion. The one bids you bear injuries with patience, the other tells you if you don't resent them, you are not fit to live.”

Bernard de Mandeville

About This Quote

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

Modern honor conflicts with religious teachings; one demands patience, the other demands resentment.

In simple terms: Honor and religion clash over suffering.

Key Takeaway

Reflect on personal values versus societal expectations.

Themes

ethics religion honor

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • legal decisions
  • personal dilemmas
  • public policy
  • interpersonal conflict

Key Concepts

philosophy social critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you prioritize honor or faith?
  • Can suffering be both patient and resentful?
A Different Perspective

Balancing honor and faith may be impossible.

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