To bear with patience wrongs done to oneself is a mark of perfection, but to bear with patience wrongs done to someone else is a mark of imperfection and even of actual sin.
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Whatever is received is received according to the nature of the recipient.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Our understanding and perception are shaped by our own perspective and character.
This quote by Thomas Aquinas highlights the idea that our experiences and interpretations of the world are influenced by who we are as individuals. It suggests that knowledge, emotions, and insights are filtered through our personal attributes, making the act of receiving information or experiences inherently subjective.
Themes
PerceptionSubjectivityUnderstandingExperienceIndividuality
In practice
Example use cases
During a discussion on personal growth, one might cite this quote to emphasize how different backgrounds shape oneβs views.
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