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Prejudice Quote by Oscar Wilde

“His principles were out of date, but there was a good deal to be said for his prejudices.” quote by Oscar Wilde
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““His principles were out of date, but there was a good deal to be said for his prejudices.””

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

Outdated principles can coexist with valuable prejudices that reflect personal experience and societal norms.

In simple terms: Old ideas may still hold useful biases.

Key Takeaway

Recognize useful bias while updating outdated ideas.

Themes

tradition bias progress

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • political discourse
  • historical analysis
  • social commentary

Key Concepts

Cultural critique psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we keep useful biases without harming others?
  • When should we discard outdated principles?
A Different Perspective

Prejudices can perpetuate injustice if left unexamined.

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