If you see one cold and vehement at the same time, set him down for a fanatic.

Summary

This quote implies that when someone displays intense passion or conviction while also exhibiting a cold or detached demeanor, they can be identified as a fanatic. It suggests that a combination of extreme enthusiasm and emotional detachment may be indicative of someone who holds extreme and potentially irrational beliefs or ideologies. The quote urges caution in dealing with such individuals and implies that their intense fervor could be driven by fanaticism rather than reasoned thinking.

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