I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Mercy yields richer outcomes than strict justice.
- In plain terms
- Compassion is more rewarding than harshness.
- What can you take from it?
- Show mercy in judgments.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is mercy appropriate?
- How to balance mercy and justice?
Another view
Too much mercy can undermine accountability.
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