Quote by Samuel Johnson

Self-love is often rather arrogant than blind; it does not hide our faults from ourselves, but persuades us that they escape the notice of others.

Self-love is often rather arrogant than blind; it does not h

Summary

This quote suggests that self-love, rather than being a positive attribute, can often lead to arrogance and a biased perception of ourselves. It implies that instead of concealing or denying our flaws, self-love convinces us that others are unaware of them. In other words, self-love may not necessarily make us blind to our imperfections, but it can deceive us into thinking that others don't see them either. Ultimately, this quote warns against the dangers of narcissism and the false sense of superiority that excessive self-love can breed.

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