Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

There are people who in spite of their merit disgust us, and others who please us in spite of their faults.

There are people who in spite of their merit disgust us, and

Summary

This quote talks about how some individuals have qualities that disgust us despite their overall merit, while others may please us despite their flaws. It suggests that our response to people should not solely be based on their individual merits or faults, as there are factors beyond these attributes that shape our likes and dislikes towards others. It highlights the complexity of human connections and reminds us of the multifaceted nature of our feelings towards different individuals.

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