Quote by Charles Caleb Colton

As no roads are so rough as those that have just been mended, so no sinners are so intolerant as those that have just turned saints.

As no roads are so rough as those that have just been mended

Summary

This quote suggests that those who have recently experienced a significant transformation or change in their beliefs or behavior often become overly zealous or intolerant towards others who have not gone through the same transformation. It implies that individuals who have just embraced a new way of life may often project their own struggles and newfound convictions onto others, resulting in a narrow-minded and judgmental perspective. Just as freshly repaired roads tend to be uneven and bumpy, those who have recently reformed may need time to navigate their own newfound righteousness without imposing it on others.

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By Charles Caleb Colton

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