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“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.” quote by Plato
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“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.”

Plato

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

Key Takeaway

Recognize merit, not status

Themes

ethics gender equality recognition

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • award ceremonies
  • public honors
  • historical commemorations
  • academic citations

Key Concepts

virtue ethics social justice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can institutions ensure fair recognition?
  • What role does gender play in modern accolades?
A Different Perspective

Societal norms may still favor the powerful over the virtuous

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