Bernard-of-clairvaux Quote by Alison Weir
““From whom but the Devil did this advice come under which you are acting? Those who are urging you to repeat your former wrongdoings against an innocent person are seeking in this not your honour but their own convenience. They are clearly the enemies of your crown and the disturbers of your realm.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Crown of the Crusader by Alison Weir, 2015
Advice that serves personal convenience over justice is dangerous; it betrays honor and harms the innocent.
In simple terms: Selfish advice harms others.
Key Takeaway
Beware advice that serves self interest.
Themes
honor
justice
politics
trust
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advisory
ethical
When to use this quote
- court intrigue
- political counsel
- legal decisions
Key Concepts
ethics
power dynamics
loyalty
Questions to Reflect On
- Who benefits from the advice you follow?
- How do you verify the integrity of counsel?
A Different Perspective
Advice may be cloaked in loyalty but still be harmful.
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