Able Quote by Robert Green Ingersoll
“Burns had his faults, his frailties. He was intensely human. Still, I would rather appear at the "Judgment Seat" drunk, and be able to say that I was the author of "A man's a man for 'a that," than to be perfectly sober and admit that I had lived and died a Scotch Presbyterian.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture, Robert G. Ingersoll, 1880s
He values authentic self‑identification over conforming to respectable appearances, even if it means seeming flawed.
In simple terms: Prefer honesty over pretence.
Key Takeaway
Embrace your true self, flaws and all.
Themes
authenticity
identity
conformity
Mood
reflective
defiant
Type
philosophical
personal
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- personal confession
- social reputation
Key Concepts
existentialism
self‑acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What truth are you avoiding?
- How does authenticity affect your relationships?
A Different Perspective
Being honest may damage reputation.
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