Conformity Quote by Aristotle
“Rhetoric is useful because truth and justice are in their nature stronger than their opposites; so that if decisions be made, not in conformity to the rule of propriety, it must have been that they have been got the better of through fault of the advocates themselves: and this is deserving reprehension.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Rhetoric, Book I, 1350b
Truth and justice naturally outweigh false arguments, so decisions should follow proper rules, not manipulative rhetoric.
In simple terms: Justice beats false arguments.
Key Takeaway
Upright decisions over clever spin.
Themes
justice
truth
ethics
decisionmaking
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- courtroom deliberations
- political debates
- legislative voting
- media analysis
Key Concepts
rhetoric
logic
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure decisions follow ethical standards?
- What safeguards prevent rhetorical abuse?
A Different Perspective
Manipulative rhetoric can still sway outcomes despite logical superiority.
