Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Admiration, n. Our polite recognition of another's resemblance to ourselves.

Admiration, n. Our polite recognition of another's resemblan

Summary

This quote suggests that admiration is essentially a reflection of ourselves in others. When we admire someone, we are acknowledging and appreciating the similarities we see between them and ourselves. It implies that admiration is not purely about recognizing unique qualities in others, but rather recognizing qualities that we already possess or aspire to have. It highlights the self-centered nature of admiration and suggests that it is driven by our own desires and egos.

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