Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

All things tend to corrupt perverted minds.

All things tend to corrupt perverted minds.

Summary

This quote suggests that when minds are perverted or twisted in their thinking, they are prone to being influenced or tainted by negative and corrupting influences. It implies that individuals with an already distorted perspective are more likely to be influenced by immoral or destructive forces. Ultimately, the quote emphasizes the vulnerability of altered minds to corruption and highlights the importance of maintaining a healthy and rational mindset to resist such negative influences.

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By Marcus Tullius Cicero

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