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“Tis more dishonourable to distrust a friend than to be deceived by him.” quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
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“Tis more dishonourable to distrust a friend than to be deceived by him.”

Francois de La Rochefoucauld

About This Quote

Source Essay: Moral maxims on trust

Distrusting a friend is more shameful than being deceived by them.

In simple terms: Distrust is dishonorable.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate trust.

Themes

trust honor friendship

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

ethical reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • teamwork
  • leadership

Key Concepts

moral philosophy human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is distrust justified?
  • How to rebuild trust after betrayal?
A Different Perspective

Trust can be risky.

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