Quote by George Santayana

Perhaps the only true dignity of man is his capacity to despise himself.

Perhaps the only true dignity of man is his capacity to desp

Summary

This quote suggests that true dignity for a person lies in their ability to recognize their own flaws and shortcomings, and to feel a sense of contempt or dissatisfaction with themselves. It implies that this self-awareness and self-criticism is what allows individuals to strive for self-improvement and personal growth, and ultimately elevates their sense of dignity. Rather than solely focusing on external accomplishments or self-praise, this quote implies that acknowledging one's flaws and limitations is an essential aspect of human dignity.

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Dignity

By George Santayana

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