Duty largely consists of pretending that the trivial is critical.

Summary

This quote suggests that duty often involves attaching great importance to tasks or responsibilities that are actually insignificant or unimportant on their own. It implies that individuals are often required to prioritize and give serious attention to trivial matters, even though they may not genuinely believe in their significance. This can be interpreted as a critique of the social demand for individuals to adhere to and perform their duties, sometimes at the expense of their personal values or more meaningful aspects of life.

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