Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

We should often blush for our very best actions, if the world did but see all the motives upon which they were done.

We should often blush for our very best actions, if the worl

Summary

This quote suggests that we should feel embarrassed or ashamed for even our noblest actions if people could see the true, underlying motives behind them. It highlights the idea that our actions are often driven by mixed intentions, and what may appear virtuous on the surface can be tainted by underlying selfishness or impure motives. It serves as a reminder to be more self-reflective and critical of our own actions, emphasizing the importance of genuine and selfless intentions in our behaviors.

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