Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

Our enemies come nearer the truth in the opinions they form of us than we do in our opinion of ourselves.

Our enemies come nearer the truth in the opinions they form

Summary

This quote suggests that our enemies often have a clearer and more accurate understanding of who we truly are, compared to the perception we have of ourselves. It implies that enemies may accurately perceive our flaws, weaknesses, or negative qualities, which we may be oblivious to or prefer to ignore. This quote encourages self-reflection and humility, highlighting that gaining insight from others' perspectives, even if they are our adversaries, can lead to a more realistic understanding of ourselves.

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By Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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