Friendship is the only thing in the world concerning the usefulness of which all mankind are agreed.
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What is dishonorably got, is dishonorably squandered.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Ill-gotten gains lead to inevitable loss or waste.
This quote by Cicero emphasizes the principle that wealth or possessions acquired through dishonest or unethical means are ultimately doomed to be wasted or lost. It serves as a reminder that integrity in how we obtain our resources influences their longevity and value in our lives.
Themes
DishonorWealthIntegrityLossPrinciple
In practice
Example use cases
During a discussion on ethics in business, one might use this quote to highlight the importance of integrity in earning wealth.
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