Quote by Malcolm Muggeridge

This horror of pain is a rather low instinct and... if I think of human beings I've known and of my own life, such as it is, I can't recall any case of pain which didn't, on the whole, enrich life.

This horror of pain is a rather low instinct and... if I thi

Summary

In this quote, the speaker suggests that the fear and aversion towards pain is an instinct that is not particularly noble. Drawing from personal experiences and observations, they argue that every instance of pain they recall ultimately added value to their life and the lives of others. It implies that pain, despite its initial negativity, can lead to personal growth, resilience, and a deeper appreciation for the joys and pleasures that life has to offer.

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By Malcolm Muggeridge

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