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“In the hospital, there also was a man trying to look as if he had been wounded. I asked him what was the matter, and he said he just couldn’t take it. I gave him the devil, slapped his face with my gloves and kicked him out of the hospital. Companies should deal with such men, and if they shirk…” quote by Ladislas Farago
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““In the hospital, there also was a man trying to look as if he had been wounded. I asked him what was the matter, and he said he just couldn’t take it. I gave him the devil, slapped his face with my gloves and kicked him out of the hospital. Companies should deal with such men, and if they shirk their duty they should be tried for cowardice and shot. I will issue an order on this subject tomorrow.””

Ladislas Farago

About This Quote

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

A harsh warning that those who feign injury or avoid responsibility in critical institutions should be punished severely to deter cowardice.

In simple terms: Don't let fakers avoid duty; punish them.

Key Takeaway

Enforce accountability for those who shirk.

Themes

responsibility justice institutional integrity

Mood

stern critical

Type

warning ethical policy.

When to use this quote

  • hospital administration
  • military leadership
  • corporate governance
  • public service
  • law enforcement

Key Concepts

ethics authority deterrence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can institutions balance firm discipline with humane treatment?
  • What safeguards prevent abuse of power?
A Different Perspective

Such extreme measures may violate human rights and due process.

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