Quote by G. C. (Georg Christoph) Lichtenb

Man is a gregarious animal and much more so in his mind than in his body. A golden rule; judge men not by their opinions but by what their opinions have made of them.

Man is a gregarious animal and much more so in his mind than

Summary

This quote reflects on the nature of human beings as social creatures. It suggests that while humans are physically capable of living in groups and communities, their true sociability lies in their minds. The quote also presents a golden rule for evaluating individuals, proposing that we should not judge them solely based on their opinions, but rather by the impact and transformation that their opinions have had on their character and actions. In essence, it encourages a deeper understanding of people beyond their superficial beliefs.

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Opinion

By G. C. (Georg Christoph) Lichtenb

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