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“Men of ill judgment ignore the good that lies within their hands, till they have lost it.” quote by Sophocles
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“Men of ill judgment ignore the good that lies within their hands, till they have lost it.”

Sophocles

About This Quote

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

People who ignore inner virtue lose it; even gods tire of endless praise; live simply and brotherly.

In simple terms: Ignoring virtue loses it; even gods tire; live simply together.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner goodness and fraternal bonds.

Themes

morality divine human nature community

Mood

reflective serious inspirational

Type

dramatic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • family dynamics
  • community service
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

virtue ethics mythic symbolism social cohesion

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does inner virtue look like today?
  • How can societies balance praise with humility?
A Different Perspective

It may oversimplify complex moral dilemmas.

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