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“Do not give sentence in another tribunal till you have been yourself judged in the tribunal of Justice.” quote by Epictetus
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“Do not give sentence in another tribunal till you have been yourself judged in the tribunal of Justice.”

Epictetus

About This Quote

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

One should not accept judgments from others until they have been judged fairly by true justice.

In simple terms: Seek fair judgment before accepting others' verdicts.

Key Takeaway

Demand justice before accepting condemnation.

Themes

justice fairness self‑reflection

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • legal disputes
  • personal conflicts
  • public criticism

Key Concepts

Stoicism ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does "tribunal of Justice" mean to you?
  • How do you ensure your own judgment is fair?
A Different Perspective

Justice systems can be flawed or biased.

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