Slavery discourages arts and manufacturing ...[and] every master of slaves is born a petty tyrant.
George MasonRead
Attend with Diligence and strict Integrity to the Interest of your Correspondents and enter into no Engagements which you have not the almost certain Means of performing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Be committed and honest in your dealings with others, and avoid making promises you can't keep.
This quote emphasizes the importance of integrity and diligence in professional and personal relationships. It suggests that one should approach responsibilities with seriousness and ensure that any commitments made can be fulfilled, protecting the interests of those involved and promoting trust.
Themes
IntegrityDiligenceCommitmentTrustResponsibility
In practice
Example use cases
In a business meeting, to emphasize the importance of fulfilling commitments to clients.
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