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A man who stops at nothing short of the law is very clever…

“A man who stops at nothing short of the law is very clever indeed!” quote by Honore de Balzac
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“A man who stops at nothing short of the law is very clever indeed!”

Honore de Balzac

About This Quote

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

A relentless pursuit of legal advantage shows cunning but may lack moral integrity.

In simple terms: Cleverness in law can be morally questionable.

Key Takeaway

Balance ambition with ethics.

Themes

law ethics ambition

Mood

critical analytical

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • courtroom
  • political negotiations
  • corporate law
  • advocacy

Key Concepts

legal strategy morality power dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is cleverness without conscience sustainable?
  • When does legal cunning become unethical?
A Different Perspective

Success achieved by exploiting loopholes can erode trust.

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