Qui peut vivre infame est indigne du jour.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Anyone who lives dishonorably is unworthy of a new day.
- In plain terms
- Living a shameless life makes one undeserving of a fresh start.
- What can you take from it?
- Uphold honor to earn future opportunities.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines honor for you?
- Can one change their reputation?
Another view
Concepts of honor vary across cultures and eras.
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