To honor with hymns and panegyrics those who are still…
“To honor with hymns and panegyrics those who are still alive is not safe; a man should run his course and make a fair ending, and then we will praise him; and let praise be given equally to women as well as men who have been distinguished in virtue.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Praise should be earned by merit, not granted indiscriminately to the living; equality in recognition follows virtue
In simple terms: Only the virtuous deserve praise, regardless of gender
Recognize merit, not status
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- award ceremonies
- public honors
- historical commemorations
- academic citations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions ensure fair recognition?
- What role does gender play in modern accolades?
Societal norms may still favor the powerful over the virtuous