Who weeps for these, weeps for corruption!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Tears shed for corrupt figures are misplaced, showing sympathy for the wrong targets.
- In plain terms
- Don't cry for people who are corrupt.
- What can you take from it?
- Compassion should not be wasted on corruption.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who deserves your sympathy?
- How do you judge guilt?
Another view
Some corrupt people may evoke pity for their fallen status.
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