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Magnanimity is sufficiently defined by its name…

“Magnanimity is sufficiently defined by its name, nevertheless one can say it is the good sense of pride, the most noble way of receiving praise.” quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
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“Magnanimity is sufficiently defined by its name, nevertheless one can say it is the good sense of pride, the most noble way of receiving praise.”

Francois de La Rochefoucauld

About This Quote

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

The quote defines magnanimity as a noble pride that welcomes praise graciously, contrasting it with vanity.

In simple terms: Magnanimity is proud humility that accepts praise.

Key Takeaway

Embrace praise with humility.

Themes

pride humility virtue

Mood

reflective respectful

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • public speaking
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

magnanimity social perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize sincere magnanimity?
  • When does pride become vanity?
A Different Perspective

It may be hard to distinguish genuine humility from strategic self‑promotion.

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