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“Never show anger at slight,Tell nothing.Earn Respect from everyone by deeds,not Words.Respect the members of your Blood Family.Gambling was Recreation,Not a way to earn a Living.Love your Father,your Mother, your Sister but beware of Loving any other Woman than your Wife.And a Wife was a woman who…” quote by Mario Puzo
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“Never show anger at slight,Tell nothing.Earn Respect from everyone by deeds,not Words.Respect the members of your Blood Family.Gambling was Recreation,Not a way to earn a Living.Love your Father,your Mother, your Sister but beware of Loving any other Woman than your Wife.And a Wife was a woman who bore your Children.And once that happened to You,your Life was Forfeit to give them their daily bread”

Mario Puzo

About This Quote

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

The passage advises restraint, earning respect through actions, valuing family loyalty, and warning against infidelity and risky pursuits.

In simple terms: Act wisely, respect family, avoid betrayal and gambling.

Key Takeaway

Live honorably, protect loved ones.

Themes

family loyalty integrity self‑control marriage

Mood

reflective serious

Type

advice ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • marriage
  • career decisions
  • financial planning
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

honor responsibility trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance personal ambition with family duties?
  • What boundaries protect trust in marriage?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook complexities of modern relationships and economic necessity.

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