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Honest men are the soft easy cushions on which knaves repose and fatten
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"Honest men are the soft easy cushions on which knaves repose and fatten"

- Thomas Otway

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This quote by Thomas Otway suggests that honest males are benefited from by those who are dishonest. The expression "soft simple cushions" indicates that honest guys are passive and easily manipulated. The expression "on which knaves repose and fatten" suggests that unethical individuals utilize honest people to their own advantage, making the most of their reliability and naivety. This quote suggests that honest people are made the most of by those who are deceitful which they are not respected for their integrity. It likewise indicates that dishonest people are able to gain from the trustworthiness of honest individuals, utilizing them to their own advantage. This quote works as a warning to sincere individuals to be familiar with those who might make the most of them and to be cautious of those who might not have their best interests at heart.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Thomas Otway. He/she was a famous Dramatist from England. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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