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“For good days one should save money, women should be protected even if it takes the money saved. But for self preservation the money and the women should be sacrificed!!” quote by Chanakya
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“For good days one should save money, women should be protected even if it takes the money saved. But for self preservation the money and the women should be sacrificed!!”

Chanakya

About This Quote

Source Treatise: Arthashastra, 3rd century BCE

Protecting women and wealth is essential, but self‑preservation may demand sacrifice of both.

In simple terms: Self‑preservation may require hard choices.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize survival wisely.

Themes

ethics survival sacrifice

Mood

serious pragmatic

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • war
  • resource management
  • family protection

Key Concepts

political strategy morality

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is sacrifice justified?
  • How to balance duty to others versus self?
A Different Perspective

Sacrificing values can erode trust.

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