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“Keep thy foot out of brothels, thy hand out of plackets, thy pen from lender's books, and defy the foul fiend.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Keep thy foot out of brothels, thy hand out of plackets, thy pen from lender's books, and defy the foul fiend.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, 1611

Avoid immoral temptations and corrupt influences to resist evil.

In simple terms: Stay away from vice.

Key Takeaway

Practice self‑discipline and moral vigilance.

Themes

morality self‑control temptation ethics

Mood

cautionary reflective

Type

dramatic poetic

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • financial choices
  • creative work
  • social media use

Key Concepts

philosophy human nature spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What temptations challenge your integrity?
  • How do you maintain moral boundaries?
A Different Perspective

Human nature can be complex, making avoidance difficult.

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