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“I will rather suffer a thousand wrongs than offer one. I have always found that to strive with a superior is injurious; with an equal, doubtful; with an inferior, sordid and base; with any, full of unquietness.” quote by Joseph Hall
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“I will rather suffer a thousand wrongs than offer one. I have always found that to strive with a superior is injurious; with an equal, doubtful; with an inferior, sordid and base; with any, full of unquietness.”

Joseph Hall

About This Quote

Source Essay: Essays, 1608, Joseph Hall

Advocates avoiding competition with others of differing status because it leads to personal unrest and moral compromise.

In simple terms: Avoid rivalry that disturbs peace.

Key Takeaway

Choose harmony over rivalry.

Themes

ethics social hierarchy personal peace

Mood

reflective serious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • business negotiations
  • personal relationships
  • team leadership

Key Concepts

moral philosophy status dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does competition affect your inner calm?
  • When is rivalry beneficial?
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