Infringe upon the rights of no one. Borrow no tool but…
“Infringe upon the rights of no one. Borrow no tool but what you will return according to promise. Take no wood, nor anything else but what belongs to you - and if you find anything that is not your own, do not hide it away, but report it, that the owner may be found.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Advocates respecting others' property and honesty in returning borrowed items.
In simple terms: Respect others' property and be honest.
Key Takeaway
Return what you borrow and report found items.
Themes
honesty
property
integrity
Mood
principled
practical
Type
ethical
instructional
When to use this quote
- rental agreements
- community sharing
- lost and found
Key Concepts
ethical behavior
trust
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure honesty in shared resources?
- What systems help track borrowed items?
A Different Perspective
Enforcement can be difficult without clear rules.