Quote by Publilius Syrus

He who spares the bad injures the good.

He who spares the bad injures the good.

Summary

This quote suggests that by allowing wrongdoing or immorality to go unchecked, we do a disservice to those who uphold virtue and fairness. If we fail to address or take action against the bad, we inadvertently harm the good people who are affected by the negative consequences. It emphasizes the importance of confronting and addressing wrongdoing in order to protect and maintain the well-being and justice within a society or community.

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By Publilius Syrus

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