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“You needn't love your enemy, but if you refrain from telling lies about him, you are doing well enough.” quote by Anonymous
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“You needn't love your enemy, but if you refrain from telling lies about him, you are doing well enough.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Proverb: Ancient Wisdom, unknown origin

Advocates ethical restraint: avoid lying about enemies even if love is absent.

In simple terms: Do not lie about enemies.

Key Takeaway

Practice honesty over hatred.

Themes

ethics conflict integrity

Mood

thoughtful principled

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • conflict resolution
  • public discourse
  • leadership

Key Concepts

moral philosophy interpersonal relations

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you stay truthful about someone you dislike?
  • What benefits arise from refraining from lies?
A Different Perspective

Truth may be hard when emotions run high.

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