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Ill-gotten gains work evil.

“Ill-gotten gains work evil.” quote by Sophocles
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“Ill-gotten gains work evil.”

Sophocles

About This Quote

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

Illicit gains are inherently evil.

In simple terms: Unjust wealth is evil.

Key Takeaway

Reject and expose unethical profit.

Themes

ethics justice wealth

Mood

serious didactic

Type

theatrical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • politics
  • business
  • law
  • social activism
  • personal finance

Key Concepts

morality philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines “ill‑gotten”?
  • Can any gain be justified?
A Different Perspective

Complex systems may blur moral lines.

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