Quote by William Hazlitt

We can scarcely hate anyone that we know.

We can scarcely hate anyone that we know.

Summary

This quote suggests that it is difficult to harbor hatred towards someone when we truly understand them. When we have an intimate knowledge of a person, including their experiences, virtues, and flaws, it becomes challenging to hold onto negative feelings towards them. It implies that hatred often stems from ignorance or a lack of understanding, as familiarity and empathetic understanding can overcome those negative emotions. Thus, developing a deeper understanding of others may lead to a more compassionate viewpoint, making it difficult to hate someone we genuinely know.

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By William Hazlitt

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