Quote by Florence Nightingale

The martyr sacrifices themselves entirely in vain. Or rather not in vain; for they make the selfish more selfish, the lazy more lazy, the narrow narrower.

The martyr sacrifices themselves entirely in vain. Or rather

Summary

This quote suggests that martyrs, individuals who selflessly give up their lives or wellbeing for a cause, ultimately do not achieve their intended purpose. Instead, their actions have a negative effect, as it only reinforces the selfishness, laziness, and narrow-mindedness of those around them. In other words, the sacrifice of martyrs serves to exacerbate negative traits rather than inspire empathy and change in others.

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By Florence Nightingale

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