Quote by Juvenal

We are too quick to imitate depraved examples.

We are too quick to imitate depraved examples.

Summary

This quote means that people tend to imitate and follow the behaviors and actions of those who are morally corrupt or morally lacking. Instead of setting positive examples for one another, society has a tendency to emulate negative behaviors and adopt them as their own. It highlights the importance of being mindful of the influences we surround ourselves with and encourages us to seek out virtuous role models and examples to imitate.

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