Damage Quote by Jacques-Benigne Bossuet
“Honor is like the eye, which cannot suffer the least impurity without damage. It is a precious stone, the price of which is lessened by a single flaw.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Discourses on the Nature of Honor, 1685
Honor is fragile; a single flaw can ruin its value like a blemished gem.
In simple terms: Honor is delicate and can be destroyed by small faults.
Key Takeaway
Guard your reputation and avoid minor transgressions.
Themes
honor
integrity
reputation
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
philosophical
advisory
When to use this quote
- public life
- politics
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
ethical philosophy
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- What small flaw could damage your honor?
- How can you repair a tarnished reputation?
A Different Perspective
May be overly rigid, ignoring redemption.
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