Famous quote by Dag Hammarskjold

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A task becomes a duty from the moment you suspect it to be an essential part of that integrity which alone entitles a ma
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"A task becomes a duty from the moment you suspect it to be an essential part of that integrity which alone entitles a man to assume responsibility"

- Dag Hammarskjold

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This quote by Dag Hammarskjold speaks to the relevance of individual honesty and also responsibility. It recommends that when a task is viewed as a vital part of an individual's honesty, it comes to be an obligation. This implies that a person must take obligation for their activities and also be accountable for their decisions. It likewise recommends that an individual needs to make every effort to preserve their integrity as well as be truthful in their transactions. This quote urges individuals to take possession of their activities as well as to be mindful of the effects of their choices. It is a pointer that stability is vital for an individual to be able to assume duty and that a task ought to be seen as a duty when it is viewed as a crucial part of an individual's stability.

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Dag Hammarskjold This quote is written / told by Dag Hammarskjold between July 29, 1905 and September 18, 1961. He was a famous Diplomat from Sweden. The author also have 44 other quotes.

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