Use no hurtful deceit; think innocently and justly, and if you speak, speak accordingly.
Attribution disputed; shown as originally published.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Avoid deceitful actions and ensure your thoughts and speech align with innocence and justice.
- In plain terms
- Do not deceive anyone; think fairly and speak truthfully.
- What can you take from it?
- Align your thoughts and words with honesty and justice.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are your thoughts and words aligned?
- How do you ensure justice in speech?
Another view
Strict adherence to innocence may limit strategic communication in competitive settings.
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