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“But I'd been raised pure Ohio: the Zeroth Commandment was Thou Shalt Not Be Any Trouble to Anybody Ever.” quote by John Barnes
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““But I'd been raised pure Ohio: the Zeroth Commandment was Thou Shalt Not Be Any Trouble to Anybody Ever.””

John Barnes

About This Quote

Source Novel: A Million Open Doors, 1992

The speaker humorously claims a personal rule against causing any trouble for anyone, highlighting a self‑imposed moral code.

In simple terms: He follows a strict no‑trouble rule.

Key Takeaway

Respect others’ peace of mind.

Themes

ethics humor personal code

Mood

lighthearted reflective

Type

philosophical humorous

When to use this quote

  • daily interactions
  • online behavior
  • community living

Key Concepts

moral absolutism social responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it okay to break a no‑trouble rule?
  • How does humor affect moral statements?
A Different Perspective

Rigid rules may ignore nuanced situations.

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