Commandment Quote by John Barnes
““But I'd been raised pure Ohio: the Zeroth Commandment was Thou Shalt Not Be Any Trouble to Anybody Ever.””
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.
Respect others’ peace of mind.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily interactions
- online behavior
- community living
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it okay to break a no‑trouble rule?
- How does humor affect moral statements?
Rigid rules may ignore nuanced situations.