Max Nordau's Quote - Civilization is built on a number of ultimate principles… respec

Quote by Max Nordau

Civilization is built on a number of ultimate principles... respec

Civilization is built on a number of ultimate principles… respect for human life, the punishment of crimes against property and persons, the equality of all good citizens before the law… or, in a word justice. – Max Nordau

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If I despised myself, it would be no compensation if everyone saluted me, and if I respect myself, it does not trouble me if others hold me lightly. – Max Nordau

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