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It means that it is far better to continue to do the right thing, and remain true to your moral convictions. If your reputation is damaged, regaining your good name in society is hard to do. Thomas Paine made this astute comment equating character with a valuable possession. Quick Answer: It's far better that you don't "cross the line" morally, than it is to cross it and try to get back to ONLY doing the right thing again. Example: It is better (and easier) to never become a cheater, than it is to cheat a few times and then try to never cheat again. Analogy: Jumping down can be easy (going down the wrong path); climbing back up is hard (making your way back to the right path); staying put is darn near effortless (continuing a virtuous pattern of behavior)

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