Quote by Anthony Hope

You oughtn't to yield to temptation. Well, somebody must, or the thing becomes absurd.

You oughtn't to yield to temptation. Well, somebody must, or

Summary

This quote highlights the delicate balance between resisting temptation and succumbing to it. It suggests that while it is important to resist temptation in order to maintain moral integrity, it is also necessary for someone to occasionally yield to temptation. This is because a perpetual avoidance of every temptation can lead to an unrealistic and impractical existence. By acknowledging the inevitability of some temptations being indulged, the quote implies that moderation and a thoughtful approach should be embraced rather than completely shunning all temptations.

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Temptation

By Anthony Hope

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