“The more I love humanity in general, the less I love man in particular.”
— Fyodor Dostoevsky
Simplified Meaning:
Sometimes, people find it easier to say they care about all humans as a whole but struggle to show kindness to individuals they meet. For instance, someone might love the idea of helping hungry people around the world. However, when their friend asks for help, they might get annoyed or refuse. This shows that their love for "humanity" doesn't always translate into caring for the person in front of them. Imagine someone who talks about helping the poor but ignores the homeless person on their street. They are showing that loving everyone in general is different from actually being kind to each individual person they encounter. If people want to truly show love, they need to start by caring for those around them on a day-to-day basis. By putting effort into their relationships and being kind to others regularly, they can make a real difference.
