I've always been suspicious of people who claim to be 'righteous'. It seems to me that those who are most vocal about their own righteousness are often the ones who are least deserving of it.

I'm not saying that there aren't truly righteous people in the world. But I do believe that the vast majority of people who claim to be righteous are actually just trying to make themselves feel better about their own shortcomings.

In this essay, I'll explore why I don't trust people who claim to be righteous. I'll discuss the different types of righteousness, and I'll explain why I believe that true righteousness is rare.

There are many different types of righteousness, but I believe that they can all be boiled down to two basic types: 

 is the belief that you are better than others. This type of righteousness is often based on a sense of moral superiority. People who are self-righteous believe that they have a monopoly on truth and morality, and they often look down on those who disagree with them.

 is the belief that others are better than you. This type of righteousness is often based on a sense of inferiority. People who are other-righteous believe that they can never measure up to the standards of others, and they often feel guilty or ashamed of themselves.

Both self-righteousness and other-righteousness are dangerous and harmful. Self-righteousness can lead to arrogance, intolerance, and violence. Other-righteousness can lead to depression, anxiety, and self-hatred.

True righteousness is rare because it is difficult to achieve. True righteousness requires a deep understanding of oneself and others, as well as a willingness to admit one's own faults. It also requires a commitment to living a life of compassion and love.

Most people are simply not willing to do the work that is necessary to achieve true righteousness. They are too caught up in their own self-interests and their own egos. As a result, most people who claim to be righteous are actually just self-righteous or other-righteous.

I believe that it is important to be skeptical of people who claim to be righteous. Most of the time, these people are just trying to make themselves feel better about themselves. True righteousness is rare, and it is something that we should all strive for.

This blog post examines the reasons behind doubting individuals who claim to be righteous. It breaks down righteousness into self-righteousness, other-righteousness, and true righteousness, highlighting the dangers each can pose. The author argues that true righteousness is a rare quality and skepticism is crucial when encountering such claims.

Unmasking False Righteousness: Why Skepticism Matters

Distinguishing between self-righteousness, other-righteousness, and the rare, elusive true righteousness.

Unmasking False Righteousness: Why Skepticism Matters

Introduction

The Different Types of Righteousness

The Problem with True Righteousness

Conclusion

Additional Resources