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General benevolence, but not general friendship, made a man what he ought to be
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"General benevolence, but not general friendship, made a man what he ought to be"

- Jane Austen

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This quote by Jane Austen talks to the concept that it is not required to be pals with everyone in order to be an excellent person. Rather, it is more vital to show basic benevolence, or kindness, to all individuals. This indicates that we must treat everyone with regard and compassion, despite whether or not we are pals with them. This quote recommends that it is possible to be a great person without needing to be buddies with everybody. It is more vital to reveal kindness and compassion to all people, rather than simply those we are close to. By doing this, we can end up being the type of person we should be.

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Jane Austen This quote is written / told by Jane Austen between December 16, 1775 and July 28, 1817. She was a famous Writer from United Kingdom. The author also have 60 other quotes.

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