Quote by Samuel Butler

Compound for sins they are inclined to by damning those they have no mind to.

Compound for sins they are inclined to by damning those they

Summary

This quote by Benjamin Franklin suggests that some people try to make up for their own immoral actions or behavior by harshly judging or condemning others for sins they themselves have no intention of committing. It highlights the irony and hypocrisy in criticizing others for things they are not personally involved in, perhaps as a way to deflect attention or divert blame from their own wrongdoing. Franklin's statement underscores the need for individuals to take responsibility for their own actions rather than shifting the focus onto others.

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By Samuel Butler

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