Russian Proverb: Дурной пример заразителен Historical Context This proverb reflects a long-standing concern in Russian culture about moral corruption and social responsibility. In traditional Russian society, which placed strong emphasis on community (the concept of соборность – sobornost, or communal unity), individual behavior was seen as affecting the collective. Modern Usage The proverb remains commonly used in contemporary Russian speech across various contexts. Parents and teachers invoke

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