Quote by Jean Rostand

Stupidity, outrage, vanity, cruelty, iniquity, bad faith, falsehood -- we fail to see the whole array when it is facing in the same direction as we.

Stupidity, outrage, vanity, cruelty, iniquity, bad faith, fa

Summary

This quote suggests that our perception can be clouded when confronted with negative aspects of human behavior that align with our own beliefs. We are prone to overlook or ignore stupidity, outrage, vanity, cruelty, iniquity, bad faith, and falsehood when they align with our biases or opinions. It highlights our tendency to overlook and justify the negative qualities present in ourselves or those who share our viewpoints, leading to a limited understanding of the array of negative behaviors that surround us.

By Jean Rostand

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