Quote by Niccolo Machiavelli

The promise given was a necessity of the past: the word broken is a necessity of the present.

The promise given was a necessity of the past: the word brok

Summary

This quote suggests that making promises was important in the past as it created trust and assurance. However, in the present, breaking promises seems to be more common or necessary due to changing circumstances or unreliable people. It implies that the concept of broken promises has become more prevalent and accepted in today's world, perhaps highlighting a shift in values or a lack of accountability.

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