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Shame Quote by Martin Luther

“it has been and always will be my desire not to attack even those whom public repute disgraces. I am not delighted at the faults of any man, since I am very conscious myself of the great beam in my own eye, nor can I be the first to cast a stone at the adulteress.” quote by Martin Luther
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““it has been and always will be my desire not to attack even those whom public repute disgraces. I am not delighted at the faults of any man, since I am very conscious myself of the great beam in my own eye, nor can I be the first to cast a stone at the adulteress.””

Martin Luther

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Sermon on the Mount, 1520

He advises humility, warning against judging others while ignoring one's own flaws.

In simple terms: Avoid hypocrisy, focus on self-improvement.

Key Takeaway

Practice self-awareness before criticism.

Themes

humility ethics judgment

Mood

thoughtful spiritual

Type

ethical guidance

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

self‑reflection moral integrity hypocrisy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance humility with honest critique?
  • What steps help you recognize personal blind spots?
A Different Perspective

It may be overly self‑critical, hindering constructive feedback.

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