Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

There are a great many men valued in society who have nothing to recommend them but serviceable vices.


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Summary

This quote suggests that society often appreciates individuals who possess certain flaws or vices that prove useful or advantageous in some way. It implies that some people are valued not because of their positive qualities or virtues, but because their vices fulfill a specific role or fulfill certain societal needs. It implies that merit and character are not always the primary criteria for recognition in society, but rather the ability to fulfill certain functions, even if through negative traits.

By Francois de La Rochefoucauld
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