--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Know mankind well, don't degrade every…" description: "\"Know mankind well, don't degrade every man as evil, and don't exalt every man thinking he is good. He who cannot discover himself; cannot discover the ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/90f/rumi-56_every-man_know-mankind-well-don-t-degrade-every-ma_2115569.jpg" --- # Know mankind well, don't degrade every man as evil, and… ![“Know mankind well, don't degrade every man as evil, and don't exalt every man thinking he is good. He who cannot discover himself; cannot discover the world.” quote by Rumi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/90f/rumi-56_every-man_know-mankind-well-don-t-degrade-every-ma_2115569.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/90f/rumi-56_every-man_know-mankind-well-don-t-degrade-every-ma_2115569.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/90f/rumi-56_every-man_know-mankind-well-don-t-degrade-every-ma_2115569.jpg) > “Know mankind well, don't degrade every man as evil, and don't exalt every man thinking he is good. He who cannot discover himself; cannot discover the world.” [Rumi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/rumi/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Understanding oneself is essential; without self‑knowledge, one cannot truly understand the world or others. **In simple terms:** Know yourself to know the world. Key Takeaway Cultivate self‑reflection. Themes self‑knowledge humanity wisdom Mood reflective introspective Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - personal growth - conflict resolution - leadership Key Concepts philosophy spirituality Questions to Reflect On - How can you begin to know yourself? - What biases affect your view of others? 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