Action Quote by Thomas Paine
“It is with a pious fraud as with a bad action; it begets a calamitous necessity of going on.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Common Sense, 1776
Bad actions can create a chain of disastrous consequences that force continued effort.
In simple terms: Bad deeds cause costly, ongoing problems.
Key Takeaway
Avoid harmful actions to prevent future crises.
Themes
ethics
consequences
responsibility
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political activism
- personal decisions
- organizational policy
Key Concepts
cause and effect
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What small could be mitigated early?
- How do we balance intent and outcome?
A Different Perspective
Not all negative actions inevitably lead to necessity; context matters.
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