Do not seek evil gains; evil gains are the equivalent of disaster.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Seeking profit through unethical means leads to disaster rather than gain.
- In plain terms
- Don't try to get rich through evil deeds.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid unethical gains because they lead to ruin.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is this profit worth the risk?
- Am I cutting corners?
Another view
Unethical gains can sometimes appear successful initially.
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