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“The man who pardons easily courts injury.” quote by Pierre Corneille
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“The man who pardons easily courts injury.”

Pierre Corneille

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.

Key Takeaway

Exercise cautious mercy.

Themes

leadership justice consequences

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • court rulings
  • executive clemency
  • political negotiations

Key Concepts

legal authority ethical decision‑making statecraft

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should mercy be granted?
  • What risks accompany leniency?
A Different Perspective

Over‑cautiousness may prevent necessary forgiveness.

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