Alexander Pope Quote - Act well your part, there all the honour lies.

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Act well your part, there all the honour lies.

"Act well your part, there all the honour lies."

— Alexander Pope

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Author: Alexander Pope
Category: Duty
Tags: Duty Encouraging Honor Integrity Serious

Meaning of this quote

Honor depends on how a person performs their role, not its social rank.

Key takeaway: Carry out your responsibilities with care and integrity.

Origin of the quote

The Complete Poetical Works of Alexander Pope — PDF page 307.

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Attributed author: Alexander Pope

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