Illusions Quote by Edith Wharton
““Why do we call all our generous ideas illusions, and the mean ones truths.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton, 1905
Society labels generosity as illusion and selfishness as truth, exposing moral hypocrisy.
In simple terms: Generosity seen as illusion, selfishness as truth.
Question societal double standards.
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When to use this quote
- charitable work
- business ethics
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines true generosity?
- How can we recognize authentic truth?
Not all generosity is illusory.