Exceptional Quote by Salman Rushdie
“Why obliterate the exceptional merely in order to make the outstanding look finer than it was?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “Midnight’s Children” by Salman Rushdie, 1981
Questioning why we diminish the exceptional to make the already outstanding seem even better.
In simple terms: We sometimes downplay greatness to elevate it further.
Key Takeaway
Recognize true excellence without comparison.
Themes
excellence
comparison
perception
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- art criticism
- media commentary
- self‑esteem
Key Concepts
social critique
literary analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives the need to “fine‑tune” excellence?
- How can we celebrate uniqueness authentically?
A Different Perspective
May undervalue genuine talent.
