Quote by John Lothrop Motley

A good lawyer is a bad Christian.

A good lawyer is a bad Christian.

Summary

This quote suggests that being a skilled lawyer may conflict with one's ability to truly embody the principles and values of Christianity. It implies that the legal profession often requires individuals to employ tactics or strategies that may be morally questionable, thereby contradicting the teachings of Christianity, which emphasize honesty, compassion, and serving others. It raises the notion that prioritizing legal skills may come at the expense of one's ability to adhere to the moral framework promoted by Christianity.

By John Lothrop Motley

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