Above average Quote by Anonymous
“You know, my boy, he said, it's impossible to love men such as they are. And yet we must. So try to do good to men by doing violence to your feelings, holding your nose, and shutting your eyes, especially shutting your eyes. Endure their villainy without anger, as much as possible; try to remember that you're a man too. For, if you're even a little above average intelligence, you'll have the propensity to judge people severely. Men are vile by nature and they'd rather love out of fear. Don't give in to such love: despise it always.”
About This Quote
The quote urges suppressing personal feelings to endure and judge others harshly, suggesting that love is impossible for flawed people and must be resisted.
In simple terms: Endure others' flaws without love, suppress feelings.
Key Takeaway
Resist love, judge harshly.
Themes
judgment
resistance
human nature
emotional suppression
Mood
cynical
reflective
Type
philosophical
critical
advice
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- workplace dynamics
- social activism
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
philosophical
cynicism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you find compassion without self‑denial?
- Is judging others ever truly fair?
A Different Perspective
It assumes all men are inherently vile, ignoring capacity for goodness and mutual respect.
