Court Quote by Pierre Corneille
“The man who pardons easily courts injury.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Le Cid, 1637
A ruler who pardons too readily invites future harm.
In simple terms: Easy pardons cause future injury.
Exercise cautious mercy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- court rulings
- executive clemency
- political negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should mercy be granted?
- What risks accompany leniency?
Over‑cautiousness may prevent necessary forgiveness.