Hatred Quote by Amin Maalouf
““Few doctrines throughout History have been able to eradicate hatred, most of them have simply tried to deflect it from one object to another: to the infidel, the foreigner, the apostate, the master, the slave, the father. Naturally, hatred is only called hatred when we see it in others; the hatred which is in ourselves bears a thousand different names.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Crusades Through Arab Eyes by Amin Maalouf, 1983
Hatred is often redirected onto external groups, while internal hatred is masked by many labels, preventing true understanding and resolution.
In simple terms: People project hatred outward and rename internal hatred.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront your own biases.
Themes
prejudice
identity
psychology
conflict
self-awareness
Mood
reflective
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- intercultural dialogue
- conflict resolution
- education
- therapy
Key Concepts
projection
othering
internal conflict
social labeling
Questions to Reflect On
- What labels do you use to hide your own biases?
- How can you turn external blame into self-reflection?
A Different Perspective
Internal hatred can be harder to acknowledge than external hostility.
