Judgement Quotes
People hasten to judge in order not to be judged themselves.
"People hasten to judge in order not to be judged themselves."— Albert Camus
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Meaning of this quote
Clamence suggests that judging other people can be a defense against scrutiny of oneself.
Key takeaway:
Examine your own conduct before rushing to condemn another.
Origin of the quote
The Fall (1956), Jean-Baptiste Clamence, in English translation.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedThe exact sentence appears in the character’s account of guilt, innocence, and judgment. It is part of his fictional monologue.
