Quote by Byron J. Langenfield

Rare is the person who can weigh the faults of others without putting his thumb on the scales.

Rare is the person who can weigh the faults of others withou

Summary

This quote suggests that it is uncommon for someone to impartially evaluate and criticize others without being biased or unfairly favoring their own perspective. It implies that most individuals have a tendency to be judgmental or opinionated when assessing the flaws or mistakes of others, clouding their objectivity and potentially influencing the final judgement. In essence, the quote highlights the challenge of being truly fair and unbiased when assessing the faults of others.

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