Quote by Sydney Smith
It is safest to be moderately base -- to be flexible in shame, and to be always ready for what is generous, good and just, when anything is to be gained by virtue.
Summary
This quote suggests that sometimes it is better to compromise one's values to achieve success or gain. By being "moderately base," or having a flexible sense of shame, one can easily adapt to situations and possess the willingness to act in ways that are generous, good, and just, as long as there is something to be gained from it. In essence, the quote implies that it may be safer or more advantageous to temporarily set aside one's morality for the sake of personal benefit or reward.
Topics
Evil
By Sydney Smith
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