Quote by Charles de Secondat

Men, who are rogues individually, are in the mass very honorable people.

Men, who are rogues individually, are in the mass very honor

Summary

This quote suggests that while there may be individuals who behave dishonestly or unethically, when people come together as a collective or society, they tend to uphold and demonstrate honorable behavior. It implies that the majority of people have a natural inclination towards integrity and goodness, which outweighs the actions of a few individuals who may possess rogue qualities. Overall, it presents an optimistic view of human nature, emphasizing that in large groups, people generally display respectable and upright conduct.

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Men

By Charles de Secondat

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