Quote by Marcel Jouhandeau

To really know someone is to have loved and hated him in turn.

To really know someone is to have loved and hated him in tur

Summary

This quote suggests that true knowledge of a person can only be achieved through experiencing both love and hatred towards them at different times. It implies that through the rollercoaster of emotions formed from both loving and hating someone, we can observe their true nature, flaws, and strengths. Only by navigating these contrasting feelings can we fully comprehend their complexities and understand who they truly are beneath the surface.

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Men & Women

By Marcel Jouhandeau

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