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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” quote by C.S. Lewis
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““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””

C.S. Lewis

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.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address both extremes.

Themes

sensitivity vulgarity balance education human nature

Mood

thoughtful critical philosophical

Type

literary ethical

When to use this quote

  • teaching
  • parenting
  • media criticism
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology social critique ethical development

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we nurture sensitivity without naivety?
  • What methods awaken people from cultural dullness?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on one side can harm empathy.

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