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It is vain to trust in wrong; it is like erecting a…

“It is vain to trust in wrong; it is like erecting a building upon a frail foundation, and which will directly be sure to topple over.” quote by Hosea Ballou
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“It is vain to trust in wrong; it is like erecting a building upon a frail foundation, and which will directly be sure to topple over.”

Hosea Ballou

About This Quote

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

Trusting in falsehood is futile; building on unreliable foundations leads to inevitable collapse.

In simple terms: Trust in falsehood causes collapse; avoid shaky foundations.

Key Takeaway

Base decisions on solid, trustworthy foundations.

Themes

trust foundations wisdom

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • financial planning
  • relationship building
  • project management
  • policy making

Key Concepts

False trust structural integrity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What foundations are you relying on?
  • How can you test the strength of your beliefs?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence may blind you to hidden flaws.

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