Sensibility Quote by C.S. Lewis
““For every one pupil who needs to be guarded from a weak excess of sensibility there are three who need to be awakened from the slumber of cold vulgarity””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Weight of Glory, 1949
Some people need protection from excessive sensitivity, while others need to be roused from dull vulgarity.
In simple terms: Balancing sensitivity and vulgarity in people.
Recognize and address both extremes.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- teaching
- parenting
- media criticism
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we nurture sensitivity without naivety?
- What methods awaken people from cultural dullness?
Overemphasis on one side can harm empathy.