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Delicacy Quote by Jose Rizal

“Orientals, and the Malays in particular, are a sensitive people: delicacy of sentiment is predominant with them.” quote by Jose Rizal
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“Orientals, and the Malays in particular, are a sensitive people: delicacy of sentiment is predominant with them.”

Jose Rizal

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.

Key Takeaway

Respect their feelings.

Themes

culture emotion communication

Mood

respectful thoughtful

Type

cultural observational

When to use this quote

  • interpersonal interactions
  • diplomacy
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

sensitivity sentiment cultural nuance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you show sensitivity in cross‑cultural dialogue?
  • What risks arise from assuming emotional traits?
A Different Perspective

May overgeneralize; individual differences exist.

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