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That evil can never be great which is the last.

“That evil can never be great which is the last.” quote by Cornelius Nepos
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“That evil can never be great which is the last.”

Cornelius Nepos

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Evil cannot achieve greatness; it remains limited and ultimately fails.

In simple terms: Evil never becomes great.

Key Takeaway

Avoid glorifying wrongdoing.

Themes

morality power humility

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • political leadership
  • personal ambition
  • social movements

Key Concepts

Ethics philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is power without virtue truly greatness?
  • How do we recognize false greatness?
A Different Perspective

Greatness requires virtue, not just power.

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