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“it has been and always will be my desire not to attack even those whom public repute disgraces. I am not delighted at the faults of any man, since I am very conscious myself of the great beam in my own eye, nor can I be the first to cast a stone at the adulteress.” quote by Martin Luther
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““it has been and always will be my desire not to attack even those whom public repute disgraces. I am not delighted at the faults of any man, since I am very conscious myself of the great beam in my own eye, nor can I be the first to cast a stone at the adulteress.””

Martin Luther

About This Quote

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

He advises humility, warning against judging others while ignoring one's own flaws.

In simple terms: Avoid hypocrisy, focus on self-improvement.

Key Takeaway

Practice self-awareness before criticism.

Themes

humility ethics judgment

Mood

thoughtful spiritual

Type

ethical guidance

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

self‑reflection moral integrity hypocrisy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance humility with honest critique?
  • What steps help you recognize personal blind spots?
A Different Perspective

It may be overly self‑critical, hindering constructive feedback.

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