What I approve I do not reject.

Explanation

A man cannot take the benefit of an instrument or transaction while simultaneously repudiating its burdens — he must accept the whole or reject the whole.

Where this applies

• My business partner wants to keep the profits but refuses to share in the losses.
• I accepted the benefits of the contract — I can't now reject its obligations.

See also

• 6.1.9 To a willing person, no injury is done.