Quote by George Santayana
Perhaps the only true dignity of man is his capacity to despise hi

Perhaps the only true dignity of man is his capacity to despise himself. – George Santayana

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It is possible to be a master in false philosophy, easier, in fact, than to be a master in the truth, because a false philosophy can be made as simple and consistent as one pleases. – George Santayana

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True dignity is never gained by place, and never lost when honors are withdrawn. – Philip Massinger

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Dignity is a mask we wear to hide our ignorance. – Elbert Hubbard

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Each of us, face to face with other men, is clothed with some sort of dignity, but we know only too well all the unspeakable things that go on in the heart. – Luigi Pirandello

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There is a healthful hardiness about real dignity that never dreads contact and communion with others however humble. – Washington Irving

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