Anger Quote by Aristotle
“Those who are not angry at the things they should be angry at are thought to be fools, and so are those who are not angry in the right way, at the right time, or with the right persons.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophy: Nicomachean Ethics, Book III, c. 350 BC
True wisdom includes directing anger appropriately toward justified wrongs, at the right moment, and toward the right people.
In simple terms: Anger should be rightly aimed and timed.
Key Takeaway
Channel anger constructively toward just causes.
Themes
justice
anger
wisdom
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- advocacy
- personal boundaries
- social justice
Key Concepts
moral psychology
proper emotion
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it appropriate to express anger?
- How do you ensure your anger is justified?
A Different Perspective
Misguided anger can cause harm despite good intentions.
