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“And I loathe people who find it harder to put up with a gown askew than with a soul askew and who judge a man by his bow, his bearing and his boots.” quote by Michel de Montaigne
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“And I loathe people who find it harder to put up with a gown askew than with a soul askew and who judge a man by his bow, his bearing and his boots.”

Michel de Montaigne

About This Quote

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

He despises judging others by superficial appearances rather than inner character.

In simple terms: He hates judging people by looks instead of soul.

Key Takeaway

Value inner character over outward appearance.

Themes

judgment appearance authenticity

Mood

critical thought‑provoking

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • interpersonal relationships
  • leadership evaluation
  • cultural commentary

Key Concepts

moral philosophy human nature social critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • How often do you judge by appearance?
  • What can shift focus to inner values?
A Different Perspective

Superficial judgments can be deeply ingrained socially.

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