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“Those who say that life is worth living at any cost have already written an epitaph of infamy, for there is no cause and no person that they will not betray to stay alive.” quote by Sidney Hook
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“Those who say that life is worth living at any cost have already written an epitaph of infamy, for there is no cause and no person that they will not betray to stay alive.”

Sidney Hook

About This Quote

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

Valuing life at any cost leads to betrayal and loss of moral integrity.

In simple terms: Living at all costs can cause betrayal and loss of integrity.

Key Takeaway

Beware of sacrificing ethics for mere survival.

Themes

ethics survival betrayal

Mood

serious thoughtful

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • war ethics
  • political activism
  • personal decision making

Key Concepts

moral philosophy existential risk political theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is compromise justified?
  • How do we balance survival with moral duty?
A Different Perspective

May be too absolutist about complex choices.

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