Quote by Solomon Schechter

By vulgarity I mean that vice of civilization which makes man ashamed of himself and his next of kin, and pretend to be somebody else.

By vulgarity I mean that vice of civilization which makes ma

Summary

This quote highlights the negative aspect of vulgarity in society. The author suggests that vulgarity is a byproduct of civilization, whereby individuals feel ashamed of their true selves and their families, leading them to adopt false personas. It implies that the pressures of societal expectations and the desire to conform often drive people to detach from their authentic identities and instead adopt a veneer of someone they believe society deems more acceptable. The quote criticizes this pretense, pointing out that vulgarity undermines the genuine connections and self-acceptance that should be valued in human interactions.

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Profanity Vulgarity

By Solomon Schechter

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