O maior pecado, depois do pecado, e a publicacao do pecado.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The greatest sin, after sin itself, is the publication of the sin.
- In plain terms
- The worst offense after committing a sin is spreading it publicly.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid broadcasting wrongdoing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is public disclosure justified?
- How does secrecy impact accountability?
Another view
It assumes all sins are equally harmful when publicized.
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