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One of the key issues will be personal honour vs. the good of the many, and unforeseen consequences
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"One of the key issues will be personal honour vs. the good of the many, and unforeseen consequences"

- Raymond E. Feist

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This quote by Raymond E. Feist speaks with the idea of individual morality versus the higher good. It suggests that when making choices, one should think about the possible consequences of their actions, both on their own and for the collective. It suggests that there may be times when personal honour should be sacrificed for the good of the lots of, and that this choice might have unpredicted repercussions. This quote motivates us to believe thoroughly about our choices and to think about the prospective results of our actions. It also functions as a suggestion that our decisions can have significant implications, which we should bear in mind the prospective effects of our actions.

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