Take away hatred from some people, and you have men without faith.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- For some, their entire sense of purpose and belief is tied to their hatred.
- In plain terms
- Some people only have faith when they hate something.
- What can you take from it?
- Check if your identity depends on hating others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What gives you purpose?
- What if you lost your enemy?
Another view
Hatred can be a legitimate response to injustice.
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