Alive Quote by Antisthenes
“It is better to fall in with crows than with flatterers; for in the one case you are devoured when dead, in the other case while alive.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Ancient Greek philosophical sayings, 5th century BC
Choosing honest enemies over flattering friends leads to a better death than a life of deceit.
In simple terms: Better to die with truth than live with lies.
Key Takeaway
Value integrity over flattery.
Themes
honesty
friendship
death
integrity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political intrigue
- personal relationships
- career decisions
Key Concepts
Stoicism
ethical choice
Questions to Reflect On
- Would you rather be honest and risk death or safe and deceitful?
- How does fear of death shape moral choices?
A Different Perspective
Flattery can sometimes protect you in dangerous environments.
![“Flatterers are the worst kind of enemies. [Lat., Pessimum genus inimicorum laudantes.]” quote by Tacitus](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/51a/tacitus-1552_enemies_flatterers-are-the-worst-kind-of-enemies_563692.jpg)
