He who would do good to another must do it in Minute Particulars: general Good is the plea of the scoundrel, hypocrite, and flatterer, for Art and Science cannot exist but in minutely organized Particulars.

Summary

This quote suggests that true acts of kindness should be done in specific and detailed ways rather than within broad, general concepts of progress. According to the quote, those who claim to work for the greater good may often have ulterior motives or may simply be giving empty praise. The quote further highlights that genuine progress and understanding can only be achieved through intricate attention to specific details. It implies that true art and science depend on deep exploration and examination of individual, finely organized elements.