"Whoever despises himself nonetheless respects himself as one who despises"

This quote can be interpreted in different ways, depending on the context. However, one possible analysis is that someone who abhors themselves might still reveal a sense of self-respect, even amidst their self-loathing. They may see themselves as remarkable or morally simply in their contempt on their own, and therefore keep a sense of self-respect or superiority within their own self-hatred.