Combination Quote by Thornton Wilder
“Never support two weaknesses at the same time. It's your combination sinners - your lecherous liars and your miserly drunkards - who dishonor the vices and bring them into bad repute.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Matchmaker, 1955
Avoid supporting contradictory flaws simultaneously, as they combine to amplify moral decay and social ruin.
In simple terms: Don’t nurture opposing vices.
Key Takeaway
Identify and address conflicting weaknesses.
Themes
morality
integrity
conflict
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
cautionary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal development
- organizational culture
- policy making
Key Concepts
ethics
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- Which opposing habits hinder you?
- How can you prioritize one change?
A Different Perspective
Complex issues may involve intertwined flaws.
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