Quote by Soren Kierkegaard

The most terrible fight is not when there is one opinion against another, the most terrible is when two men say the same thing -- and fight about the interpretation, and this interpretation involves a difference of quality.

The most terrible fight is not when there is one opinion aga

Summary

This quote highlights that disagreements can become especially intense and destructive when two individuals are essentially expressing the same viewpoint but are fighting over the interpretation of it, particularly if that interpretation leads to a difference in quality. It implies that conflicts stemming from the mere clash of opinions might be less severe compared to those arising from conflicting interpretations, as they can lead to debates over fundamental aspects and values. Such disagreements can exacerbate the intensity of the fight, emphasizing the potential for discord even when superficially similar ideas are at play.

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By Soren Kierkegaard

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