Bells call others, but themselves enter not into the Church.
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He that hath lost his credit is dead to the world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Losing one's reputation renders a person invisible and without influence in society.
This quote emphasizes the importance of reputation and credit in an individual's life. When a person is perceived to have lost their integrity or credibility, they become marginalized and lose their standing in the eyes of others, which can lead to social estrangement and a sense of isolation, akin to being 'dead' in a societal context.
Themes
ReputationCreditIntegritySocietyTrust
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of maintaining integrity in business.
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