Delicacy Quote by Jose Rizal
“Orientals, and the Malays in particular, are a sensitive people: delicacy of sentiment is predominant with them.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: El Filibusterismo, 1891
Observes that Malay peoples are emotionally sensitive and value delicate sentiment.
In simple terms: Malays are emotionally sensitive.
Respect their feelings.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- interpersonal interactions
- diplomacy
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you show sensitivity in cross‑cultural dialogue?
- What risks arise from assuming emotional traits?
May overgeneralize; individual differences exist.