Quote by Ambrose Bierce

The world has suffered more from the ravages of ill-advised marriages than from virginity.

The world has suffered more from the ravages of ill-advised

Summary

This quote suggests that society has experienced greater harm as a result of marriages that were not carefully considered or thoughtfully chosen, compared to the negative consequences attributed to remaining unmarried and maintaining one's virginity. It implies that making hasty or uninformed decisions in selecting life partners can lead to greater harm and problems for individuals and the world as a whole.

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