Quote by Oscar Wilde

I like persons better than principles, and I like persons with no principles better than anything else in the world.

I like persons better than principles, and I like persons wi

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Oscar Wilde, suggests that the speaker values individuals more than ethical or moral standards. They express a preference for individuals without rigid principles, emphasizing a preference for personal connections and individuality over adhering to a set code of conduct. It implies that relationships and personal qualities hold higher importance for the speaker than strict adherence to any particular system of rules or beliefs.

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By Oscar Wilde

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