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What does it mean?
Indifference to others is worse than hate because it denies their humanity.
In plain terms
Not caring is worse than hating people.
What can you take from it?
Caring even negatively is better than ignoring.

Where it applies

  • social justice
  • conflict
  • relationships

Putting it to work

  • engage with others
  • avoid apathy

Questions to consider

  • Is apathy a sin?
  • How do you show you care?

Another view

Some argue hate causes more harm than indifference.

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