Abandon Quote by Queen Seondeok of Silla
“Gaining people's trust might be harder than gaining all creation. But, what is harder than gaining people's trust is having to abandon them.”
About This Quote
Source Historical Record: Silla Kingdom Annals, 7th century
Trust is difficult to earn, but abandoning those who trust you is even harder morally.
In simple terms: Earning trust is tough; abandoning it is morally harder.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate and honor trust.
Themes
leadership
trust
morality
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political alliances
- community building
- personal relationships
- organizational culture
Key Concepts
betrayal
social contract
ethical duty
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it justified to break trust?
- How can leaders rebuild trust after betrayal?
A Different Perspective
The quote may not account for situations where trust is misplaced or harmful.
