Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

What is morally wrong can never be advantageous, even when it enables you to make some gain that you believe to be to your advantage. The mere act of believing that some wrongful course of action constitutes an advantage is pernicious.

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Summary

This quote suggests that no matter how beneficial a morally wrong action may appear to be, it can never truly bring advantage. Even if someone believes that engaging in wrongdoing will benefit them, simply holding this belief is harmful. The quote implies that the perceived advantages gained through immoral actions are ultimately superficial and deceptive, as moral wrongs are inherently detrimental to one's character and conscience. Thus, it implies that choosing the right path guided by moral principles is the only truly advantageous and ethical way to navigate life.

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By Marcus Tullius Cicero

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