Odd isn't it, that physically plain people are perfectly able to see physical beauty in others, while people who are morally maimed are blind to goodness and decency. They honestly think it doesn't exist Oh they know it exists all right. They just never know which people have it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Those who lack moral character often fail to recognize goodness in others.
- In plain terms
- Morally damaged people cannot see goodness in others.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize that bitterness can blind you to virtue.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you see the good in others?
- What blinds your judgment?
Another view
Good people can also struggle to see goodness in others.
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