Quote by Orson Scott Card

I think that a good person can sometimes do wrong out of ignorance or weakness or wrong thinking, but when hard times come, the goodness wins out after all. And a bad person can often seem good and trustworthy for a long time, but when hard times come, the evil in him gets revealed.

I think that a good person can sometimes do wrong out of ign

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that true character is ultimately revealed during difficult times. It suggests that a good person may occasionally make mistakes due to lack of knowledge, personal shortcomings, or faulty judgment. However, their inherent goodness eventually triumphs over these flaws. Conversely, a bad person may successfully mask their true nature for a long time, appearing trustworthy and virtuous. However, when faced with challenges, their malevolent tendencies are inevitably exposed. Essentially, this quote implies that the true essence of a person is uncovered when confronted with adversity.

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By Orson Scott Card

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