Charles Spurgeon

Oh, this base heart of ours! Hath it not enough tinder in it to set on fire the course of nature? If a spark do but fall into it, any one of our members left to itself would dishonour Christ, deny the Lord that bought us, and turn back into perdition.

British Clergyman

Swara Bhaskar

Frankly, Indian women inherit this collective cultural unconscious - this sense of guilt, shame, and dishonour. I think Indian girls need to become shameless and a little selfish, too.

Indian Actress

Margaret Cavendish

Indeed, I was so afraid to dishonour my friends and family by my indiscreet actions, that I rather chose to be accounted a fool, than to be thought rude or wanton.

English Writer

Steven Spielberg

The Japanese had a very strong belief in Bushido, death before dishonour. They were fighting for their country; they were the aggressors in World War II.

American Director

Elijah Parish Lovejoy

Is he not a God that showeth mercy and keepeth covenant? Of all sins, it seems to me that the sin of unbelief is the most dishonouring to God.

American Clergyman

Henry Beston

Do no dishonour to the earth least you dishonour the spirit of man.

American Writer

Anne Hutchinson

Neither do I think that I ever put any dishonour upon you.

Often used in contexts involving family honor, where an individual's actions affect family reputation.

Family Ties

Sensitive in some cultures where honor is highly valued; use with awareness of cultural norms.

Cultural Sensitivity

Carries an emotional weight, implying deep disappointment and loss of respect.

Emotional Weight

Implies a compromise of one's moral or ethical standards.

Personal Integrity

Stronger than disappointment as it suggests an act that betrays expectations.

Beyond Disappointment

Such acts often have long-term effects on relationships and trust.

Future Consequences

In a legal context, failing to honor an agreement can lead to lawsuits or penalties.

Legal Implications

Often used in financial settings; related to payment obligations, like checks or contracts.

Financial Context

Stresses the importance of keeping promises or commitments, especially in formal relations.

Dishonour