Quote by Aesop

Enemies promises were made to be broken.

Enemies promises were made to be broken.

Summary

This quote suggests that one should not rely on promises made by one's enemies because they are likely to be untrustworthy and go against their word. It highlights the notion that enemies can easily break their promises due to their animosity and lack of genuine intent. Therefore, it implies caution and skepticism when dealing with enemies and their commitments.

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