Quote by John Dennis

A man who could make so vile a pun would not scruple to pick a pocket.

A man who could make so vile a pun would not scruple to pick

Summary

This quote suggests that a person who is capable of making such offensive and low-level jokes would also have no moral qualms about engaging in more serious acts of dishonesty or wrongdoing, like stealing. It implies that a person's character is reflected by their words and actions, and the distasteful nature of a pun can be seen as indicative of someone's moral compass. Essentially, this quote highlights the belief that one's actions and choices in seemingly insignificant matters can reveal their true nature in more significant aspects of life.

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By John Dennis

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