Admiration Quote by William Ralph Inge
“Admiration for ourselves and our institutions is too often measured by our contempt and dislike for foreigners.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Crisis of Civilization, William Ralph Inge, 1912
We judge ourselves and our societies by how we treat outsiders, often with hostility.
In simple terms: Self‑esteem tied to contempt of foreigners.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge xenophobic biases.
Themes
identity
culture
prejudice
self‑perception
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
social
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- immigration policy
- community building
- education curricula
Key Concepts
nationalism
in‑group bias
othering
Questions to Reflect On
- How does contempt of outsiders shape our self‑image?
- What steps can reduce xenophobia?
A Different Perspective
Self‑critique may be resisted by entrenched nationalism.
