Modesty is the lowest of the virtues, and is a real confession of the deficiency it indicates. He who undervalues himself is justly undervalued by others.

Summary

This quote suggests that modesty, often seen as a virtue, is actually the least worthy among virtues. It implies that those who display modesty are essentially admitting to their own shortcomings or lack of confidence. By undervaluing oneself, the quote suggests that others will treat them with justified indifference or underestimation. In essence, it implies that one should have a healthy sense of self-worth and avoid downplaying or undervaluing their own abilities or worthiness.

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