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What does it mean?
Before judging others for the worst actions within their group, examine the worst actions within your own group first.
In plain terms
Check your own group's flaws before criticizing someone else's.
What can you take from it?
Examine your own faults before condemning others.

Where it applies

  • debates about group behavior
  • conflicts between communities
  • social criticism

Putting it to work

  • personal accountability
  • conflict resolution
  • ethical reasoning

Questions to consider

  • How often do I judge others while ignoring my own flaws?
  • What does fairness require in judging groups?

Another view

This approach can be used to deflect criticism rather than engage with valid concerns.

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