"The only thing of weight that can be said against modern honor is that it is directly opposite to religion. The one bids you bear injuries with patience, the other tells you if you don't resent them, you are not fit to live."
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Bernard de Mandeville (1670-1733) was a Dutch philosopher and economist whose provocative ideas on human behavior and morality challenged the prevailing social norms of his time. Best known for his seminal work, *The Fable of the Bees*, Mandeville argued that private vices could lead to public benefits, sparking debates that resonated through the Enlightenment and beyond. His legacy endures, as his insights into self-interest and societal welfare continue to influence economic thought and moral philosophy, making him a pivotal figure in the evolution of modern social science.
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