Quote by Herbert Samuel

It is easy to be tolerant of the principles of other people if you have none of your own.

It is easy to be tolerant of the principles of other people

Summary

This quote suggests that it is convenient to be accepting and open-minded towards the beliefs and values of others when one does not possess any strong convictions or principles of their own. It implies that having a lack of personal ideals makes tolerating different perspectives effortless because there is no conflict or contradiction to challenge one's thoughts or commitments. Genuine tolerance, according to this quote, may require grappling with personal beliefs and finding a common ground amidst diverse opinions.

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By Herbert Samuel

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