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Many a law, many a commandment have I broken, but my word…

“Many a law, many a commandment have I broken, but my word never.” quote by Walter Scott
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“Many a law, many a commandment have I broken, but my word never.”

Walter Scott

About This Quote

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

He claims to break many laws but never his own word.

In simple terms: Keep personal promises above all.

Key Takeaway

Honor your word.

Themes

integrity honor trustworthiness

Mood

reflective serious

Type

ethical literary

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • business deals
  • leadership
  • legal matters

Key Concepts

morality personal ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would you do if a promise harms others?
  • Can a promise be broken for a greater good?
A Different Perspective

Sometimes keeping a promise may conflict with law.

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