Honesty Quote by John Lyly
“He that loseth his honesty hath nothing else to lose.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Woman in the Moon, John Lyly, 1590
Losing honesty removes the only valuable asset; without truth, nothing else matters.
In simple terms: Honesty is all you have.
Key Takeaway
Guard your truth.
Themes
integrity
trust
value
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
moral
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- business dealings
- leadership
- legal testimony
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you risk losing to keep honesty?
- How does honesty affect your reputation?
A Different Perspective
Even with honesty, other virtues may be lacking.
