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Hate Quote by Booker T. Washington

“I shall never permit myself to stoop so low as to hate any man.” quote by Booker T. Washington
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“I shall never permit myself to stoop so low as to hate any man.”

Booker T. Washington

About This Quote

Source Book: Up From Slavery, 1901

Rejecting hatred preserves personal dignity and social harmony.

In simple terms: Do not hate anyone.

Key Takeaway

Choose compassion over contempt.

Themes

compassion integrity social harmony

Mood

reflective calm

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • community leadership
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

human dignity emotional self‑control

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice empathy toward someone you dislike?
  • What habits reinforce compassionate thinking?
A Different Perspective

Hate can be a protective reflex in extreme injustice.

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