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Judgment Quote by Charles Colson

“True tolerance is not a total lack of judgment. It's knowing what should be tolerated, and refusing to tolerate that which shouldn't.” quote by Charles Colson
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“True tolerance is not a total lack of judgment. It's knowing what should be tolerated, and refusing to tolerate that which shouldn't.”

Charles Colson

About This Quote

Source Book: The Art of Tolerance, Charles Colson, 1998

Tolerance requires discernment: accept what is harmless, reject what is harmful.

In simple terms: Know when to accept and when to reject.

Key Takeaway

Practice selective tolerance.

Themes

ethics judgment tolerance

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • social activism
  • personal relationships
  • policy making

Key Concepts

philosophy critical thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • What standards guide your tolerance?
  • When does tolerance become complicity?
A Different Perspective

Over‑tolerance can enable harmful behavior.

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