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A brief reflection on the virtue of generosity toward a defeated enemy, suggesting it is a safe and risk-free form of magnanimity.
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A brief reflection on the virtue of generosity toward a defeated enemy, suggesting it is a safe and risk-free form of magnanimity.
Key passages
“Generosity to a fallen foe is a virtue that takes no chances.”
Being generous to an enemy who is already defeated is an easy virtue that involves no risk.
A cynical observation on the safety of magnanimity when the opponent is powerless.