Achieve Quote by Jerome K. Jerome
“There are various methods by which you may achieve ignominy and shame. By murdering a large and respected family in cold blood and afterward depositing their bodies in the water companies' reservoir, you will gain much unpopularity in the neighborhood of your crime, and even robbing a church will get you cordially disliked, especially by the vicar. But if you desire to drain to the dregs the fullest cup of scorn and hatred that a fellow human creature can pour out for you, let a young mother hear you call dear baby "it.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Three Men in a Boat, 1889
Engaging in extreme wrongdoing guarantees widespread condemnation and hatred from the community.
In simple terms: Criminal acts bring universal scorn.
Key Takeaway
Avoid harmful actions to preserve reputation.
Themes
ethics
consequence
social reputation
Mood
regretful
cautionary
Type
moral
warning
When to use this quote
- political
- family business
- church community
- neighborhood relations
Key Concepts
morality
public perception
reputation management
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions have you taken that harmed your standing?
- How does society judge different crimes?
A Different Perspective
Even minor offenses can damage reputation; severity isn’t the only factor.
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