Quote by Samuel Johnson

Small debts are like small gun shot; they are rattling around us on all sides and one can scarcely escape being wounded. Large debts are like canons, they produce a loud noise, but are of little danger.

Small debts are like small gun shot; they are rattling aroun

Summary

This quote compares small debts to the constant presence of small gunshots, implying that they are ever-present and potentially harmful. This suggests that even though small debts may seem insignificant individually, they add up and can have a noticeable impact on our lives. On the other hand, large debts are likened to cannons, which create a louder noise but are of lower risk. This suggests that while large debts may be more attention-grabbing, they do not pose as much danger as the accumulation of numerous smaller debts.

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Debt / Borrow / Loan

By Samuel Johnson

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