Depreciation Quote by Henry Fairlie
“The foundation of humility is truth. The humble man sees himself as he is. If his depreciation of himself were untrue,... it wouldnot be praiseworthy, and would be a form of hypocrisy, which is one of the evils of Pride. The man who is falsely humble, we know from our own experience, is one who is falsely proud.”
About This Quote
True humility is grounded in honest self‑assessment; false humility masks pride and hypocrisy.
In simple terms: Humility requires honest self‑view.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate truthful self‑knowledge.
Themes
humility
truth
pride
hypocrisy
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal development
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
self‑awareness
ethical integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths about yourself are you avoiding?
- How does honesty affect humility?
A Different Perspective
Self‑deception can hide arrogance.
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