I have unlearned contempt; it is a sin that is engendered…
“I have unlearned contempt; it is a sin that is engendered earliest in the soul, and doth beset it like a poison worm feeding on all its beauty.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Recognizing that early contempt poisons the soul, urging us to discard it for inner beauty.
In simple terms: Contempt corrupts early; discard it.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and self‑compassion.
Themes
humility
self‑awareness
spirituality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- leadership
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
moral psychology
inner growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How does early contempt affect your decisions?
- What practices help you notice and release it?
A Different Perspective
Contempt may be deeply ingrained and hard to notice.