Men hate more steadily than they love; and if I have said…
“Men hate more steadily than they love; and if I have said something to hurt a man once, I shall not get the better of this by saying many things to please him”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Love and hate are not equal; hurting someone once cannot be undone by many pleasantries.
In simple terms: Hate outweighs love; apologies can't erase harm.
Avoid causing hurt; be sincere.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can one act repair a hurt?
- What is the value of honesty?
Love and hate are not easily balanced.