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“Thus it is that no cruelty whatsoever passes by without impact. Thus it is that we always pay dearly for chasing after what is cheap.” quote by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn
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““Thus it is that no cruelty whatsoever passes by without impact. Thus it is that we always pay dearly for chasing after what is cheap.””

Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Pursuing cheap, easy gains often leads to severe consequences, as cruelty inevitably leaves lasting impact

In simple terms: Seeking low-cost shortcuts brings high costs and harm

Key Takeaway

Avoid shortcuts that compromise ethics

Themes

ethics consequences integrity

Mood

cautionary serious

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • business decisions
  • political policies
  • personal habits
  • environmental choices

Key Concepts

moral philosophy risk assessment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What cheap option might be harming you?
  • How can you balance cost and ethics?
A Different Perspective

Short-term gains can be tempting despite long-term damage

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