Unjust Quote by Aeschylus
““ESORAIS M’ HOS EKDIKA PASKHO!””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Persians, 472 BC
(Translation) “The gods will punish the wicked!”
In simple terms: Divine retribution awaits the evil.
Key Takeaway
Respect moral order.
Themes
justice
divine
retribution
morality
Mood
dramatic
serious
Type
mythic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal systems
- personal conscience
- storytelling
Key Concepts
theology
ethical law
Questions to Reflect On
- How does belief in punishment shape behavior?
- What alternatives exist to fear-based morality?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of divine justice vary.
