Getting along with women, Knocking around with men, Having more credit than money, Thus one goes through the world.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Balancing relationships with both genders and valuing reputation over wealth leads to navigating life successfully.
- In plain terms
- Having credit and good relations helps you get by.
- What can you take from it?
- Cultivate reputation and diverse relationships.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is reputation more important than material resources?
Another view
It reflects gender stereotypes of its time.
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