Curse Quote by Mark Helprin
““For a gift that does not find balance and a service that is not returned are worth less than a curse.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Soldier of the Great War, 1991
Unbalanced gifts and unreciprocated service are less valuable than a curse.
In simple terms: Imbalanced exchanges are worthless.
Seek reciprocity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business
- personal relationships
- volunteering
- law
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure fairness in giving?
- When is self‑sacrifice appropriate?
May ignore altruistic motives.