“It’s better to be hanged for loyalty than be rewarded for betrayal”
— Vladimir Putin
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Simplified Meaning:
Staying true to your friends or beliefs, even if it gets you into trouble, is more honorable than gaining rewards by turning against them. Imagine you have a friend who is being unfairly blamed for something they didn't do. If you stand by them, you might also get blamed or face some consequences. Even though it's hard, you show courage and integrity. On the other hand, if you lie and say your friend did something wrong just to save yourself, you might avoid trouble or even get benefits. However, this act of betrayal would bring shame and guilt. In the long run, being loyal makes you a trustworthy person, which is much more valuable than any temporary rewards you might get from betraying others.
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