Blind Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
“She alone had been blind to his merit. Why? Because he loved her and she did not love him. What was it in the human heart that made you despise a man because he loved you?”
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Unconsoled” (1930)
Unrequited love leads to hatred, revealing how personal feelings can corrupt judgment of character.
In simple terms: Love can turn into hate.
Key Takeaway
Beware of letting personal emotions cloud fairness.
Themes
love
jealousy
human nature
Mood
melancholic
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- workplace
- friendships
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we resent those who love us?
- How can we separate personal feelings from objective evaluation?
A Different Perspective
Feelings may not reflect true merit.
