Paid Quote by Rudyard Kipling
“And that is called paying the Dane-geld; but we've proved it again and again, that if once you have paid him the Dane-geld you never get rid of the Dane.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The White Man's Burden", 1899
Paying a bribe creates a dependency that is hard to escape.
In simple terms: Bribes bind you forever.
Key Takeaway
Avoid short-term gains that create long-term liabilities.
Themes
corruption
dependency
power
ethics
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- political lobbying
- personal relationships
- government contracts
Key Concepts
political economy
moral hazard
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- What costs have you incurred for short-term advantage?
- Can you break a cycle of dependency?
A Different Perspective
Such arrangements may seem beneficial initially but erode trust and autonomy.
