It is proof of a bad cause when it is applauded by the mob.
“It is proof of a bad cause when it is applauded by the mob.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
When the majority praises something, it may indicate moral corruption rather than virtue.
In simple terms: Mob applause can hide a bad cause.
Question popular approval, not just follow it.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political movements
- advertising campaigns
- public policy
- media narratives
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What causes the mob to applaud wrongdoing?
- How can we discern true virtue?
Popular opinion isn’t always trustworthy.