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But remember please, the Law by which we live, we are not…

“But remember please, the Law by which we live, we are not built to comprehend a lie, we can neither love nor pity nor forgive. If you make a slip in handling us you die.” quote by Rudyard Kipling
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“But remember please, the Law by which we live, we are not built to comprehend a lie, we can neither love nor pity nor forgive. If you make a slip in handling us you die.”

Rudyard Kipling

About This Quote

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

Human nature cannot grasp falsehood; without truth we lack love, pity, or forgiveness, and errors can be fatal.

In simple terms: Humans can’t understand lies; they cause harm.

Key Takeaway

Seek truth and compassion to avoid destructive errors.

Themes

truth human nature compassion

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • legal systems
  • personal relationships
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

philosophy ethics psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lies are you willing to confront?
  • How does truth affect forgiveness?
A Different Perspective

Truth alone may not prevent all harm.

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