Whenever one says 'I', be sure his 'I' is evil.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Self-centeredness is inherently negative in this view.
- In plain terms
- Thinking only of yourself is bad.
- What can you take from it?
- Ego is the root of moral failing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is all self-focus wrong?
Another view
It condemns legitimate self-interest.
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