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“Collective or group egoism, for instance class egoism, is a very common thing (Plato knew this very well), and this shows clearly enough that collectivism as such is not opposed to selfishness. On the other hand, an anti-collectivist, i.e. an individualist, can, at the same time, be an altruist; he can be ready to make sacrifices in order to help other individuals.
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This individualism, united with altruism, has become the basis of our western civilization. It is the central doctrine of Christianity (‘love your neighbourâ€�, say the Scriptures, not ‘love your tribeâ€�); and it is the core of all ethical doctrines which have grown from our civilization and stimulated it. It is also, for instance, Kant’s central practical doctrine (‘always recognize that human individuals are ends, and do not use them as mere means to your endsâ€�). There is no other thought which has been so powerful in the moral development of man.”