Never speak disrespectfully of anyone without a cause.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Only criticize someone if there is a valid reason.
- In plain terms
- Do not talk badly about people unless they did something wrong.
- What can you take from it?
- Have a good reason before criticizing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What counts as a valid cause?
- Who decides what is disrespectful?
Another view
Some harmful behavior needs public criticism regardless of cause.
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