a house divided against itself cannot stand
The phrase "a house divided against itself cannot stand" is usually attributed to Abraham Lincoln, and it means that a group or organization that is in internal conflict or disagreement will not be able to succeed or survive. It emphasizes the importance of unity and cohesion within a group for it to be successful or stable.
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