Commonly we say a judgement falls upon a man for something in him we cannot abide.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- We judge others for traits we dislike in ourselves.
- In plain terms
- Judgment reflects what we can't stand in others.
- What can you take from it?
- Reflect on why you judge.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you judge most?
- Why is that trait hard to tolerate?
Another view
Some judgments are reasonable.
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