Sense shines with a double luster when it is set in humility. An able yet humble man is a jewel worth a kingdom.
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Where thou art Obliged to speak, be sure speak the Truth: For Equivocation is half way to Lying, as Lying, the whole way to Hell.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Always speak the truth when necessary, as dishonesty leads to worse consequences.
This quote emphasizes the importance of honesty and integrity in communication. It warns that even slight deviations from the truth, such as equivocation, can lead one down a path of deception, culminating in severe moral consequences, metaphorically described as 'Hell'.
Themes
TruthHonestyEquivocationLyingIntegrity
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about leadership qualities.
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