--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I would never say, to justify a lapse in…" description: "\"“I would never say, to justify a lapse in principle, \"I am only human\"--as though that were some kind of justification for weakness, moral weakness. Fl..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/048/jack-henry-abbott-37565_flesh-and-blood_i-would-never-say-to-justify-a-lapse-in_1177519.jpg" --- # I would never say, to justify a lapse in principle, "I am… ![“I would never say, to justify a lapse in principle, "I am only human"--as though that were some kind of justification for weakness, moral weakness. Flesh and blood is much, much stronger than fools believe.” quote by Jack Henry Abbott](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/048/jack-henry-abbott-37565_flesh-and-blood_i-would-never-say-to-justify-a-lapse-in_1177519.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/048/jack-henry-abbott-37565_flesh-and-blood_i-would-never-say-to-justify-a-lapse-in_1177519.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/048/jack-henry-abbott-37565_flesh-and-blood_i-would-never-say-to-justify-a-lapse-in_1177519.jpg) > ““I would never say, to justify a lapse in principle, "I am only human"--as though that were some kind of justification for weakness, moral weakness. Flesh and blood is much, much stronger than fools believe.”” [Jack Henry Abbott](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/jack-henry-abbott/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Moral weakness cannot be excused by claiming humanity; personal responsibility outweighs biological excuses. **In simple terms:** Being human isn’t an excuse for moral failings. Key Takeaway Own your choices, not your biology. Themes responsibility ethics human nature Mood reflective serious Type philosophical motivational When to use this quote - legal defense - personal relationships - leadership decisions Key Concepts moral philosophy personal accountability Questions to Reflect On - Do you ever use “I’m only human” to avoid blame? - How can we balance empathy with accountability? 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