He that cannot decidedly say, No, when tempted to evil, is on the highway to ruin. He loses the respect even of those who would tempt him, and becomes but the pliant tool and victim of their evil designs.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of being able to resist temptations and saying "No" when influenced to engage in evil actions. It suggests that individuals who lack the ability to firmly reject such temptations are on a dangerous path that leads to their own downfall. Furthermore, these individuals not only lose the respect of those who try to tempt them, but also become easy prey for those with malicious intentions, becoming manipulated and victimized by their schemes.

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