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Let him that hath done the good office conceal it; let him…

“Let him that hath done the good office conceal it; let him that received it disclose it.” quote by Seneca the Younger
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“Let him that hath done the good office conceal it; let him that received it disclose it.”

Seneca the Younger

About This Quote

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

Good deeds should be modest; let the act speak, not the boast.

In simple terms: Hide good deeds.

Key Takeaway

Practice humility in service.

Themes

humility virtue discretion

Mood

calm reflective

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • charitable giving
  • team leadership
  • community service

Key Concepts

Stoicism ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why is it hard to stay unseen after helping?
  • How does humility affect others’ perception of you?
A Different Perspective

Pride can corrupt noble intentions.

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