Quote by Francois de la Rochefoucauld, Ma

Men are more satirical from vanity than from malice.

Men are more satirical from vanity than from malice.

Summary

This quote suggests that men tend to engage in satire, not out of malicious intent, but rather because of their own vanity. It implies that individuals use satire as a means to highlight the flaws or absurdities in others in order to boost their own ego or social standing. Rather than being driven by a desire to harm or offend, this kind of mockery is born out of a need to elevate oneself above others, revealing a preoccupation with personal validation and pride.

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