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“...she cried because prejudice outlives passion and because she was sentimentally patriotic.” quote by Irene Nemirovsky
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““...she cried because prejudice outlives passion and because she was sentimentally patriotic.””

Irene Nemirovsky

About This Quote

Source Novel: Suite Française by Irène Némirovsky, 1940s

Prejudice endures longer than love, and patriotism can be sentimental and blind.

In simple terms: Prejudice outlasts love; sentimental patriotism.

Key Takeaway

Beware letting bias outweigh compassion.

Themes

prejudice patriotism love societal norms

Mood

reflective critical thoughtful

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • political discourse
  • historical analysis

Key Concepts

human psychology social conditioning national identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does personal bias shape your view of others?
  • Can love overcome entrenched prejudice?
A Different Perspective

Prejudice can be challenged by personal empathy.

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