A man is basically as faithful as his options.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This aphorism suggests that fidelity is driven more by available choices than by inherent moral character.
- In plain terms
- A person is faithful only if they do not have other options.
- What can you take from it?
- Opportunities for temptation often determine loyalty.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is loyalty about character or circumstance?
- Do choices define fidelity?
Another view
It reduces complex moral choices to mere opportunity.
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