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Garde-toi, tant que tu vivras, De juger des gens sur la…

“Garde-toi, tant que tu vivras, De juger des gens sur la mine. Beware as long as you live, Of judging others according to appearance alone.” quote by Jean de La Fontaine
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“Garde-toi, tant que tu vivras, De juger des gens sur la mine. Beware as long as you live, Of judging others according to appearance alone.”

Jean de La Fontaine

About This Quote

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

Do not judge people solely by their outward appearance, as it leads to misunderstanding and unfairness.

In simple terms: Avoid judging by looks alone.

Key Takeaway

Look deeper before forming opinions.

Themes

judgment appearance fairness

Mood

thoughtful cautionary

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • workplace interactions
  • online communities
  • teaching
  • leadership

Key Concepts

social perception bias

Questions to Reflect On

  • How might you assess someone's character beyond looks?
  • What biases affect your first impressions?
A Different Perspective

Appearances can be deceptive; context matters.

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