Quote by George Bernard Shaw

Virtue is insufficient temptation.

Virtue is insufficient temptation.

Summary

This quote means that having virtue alone is not enough to lure or entice others. In other words, being virtuous may not captivate people's interest or attract their attention, as societal norms and expectations often make other qualities or temptations more desirable. To captivate or influence others, those with virtue need to offer more compelling reasons or qualities to persuade others to follow their lead or choose them over other alternatives.

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By George Bernard Shaw

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