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Agreement Quote by Carlos Ruiz Zafón

“A gentleman's agreement cannot be broken because it breaks the person who has signed it.” quote by Carlos Ruiz Zafón
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““A gentleman's agreement cannot be broken because it breaks the person who has signed it.””

Carlos Ruiz Zafón

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Shadow of the Wind, 2001

A pact is binding because breaking it harms the violator’s integrity.

In simple terms: Breaking promises damages the breaker.

Key Takeaway

Honor commitments to protect yourself.

Themes

trust integrity relationships

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • business deals
  • friendships
  • legal agreements

Key Concepts

contractual ethics psychology social contracts

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can a promise be broken ethically?
  • What makes a promise binding?
A Different Perspective

People may break promises despite consequences.

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