Good man Quote by Ben Jonson
“A good man should and must Sit rather down with loss than rise unjust.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Volpone, 1606
Choosing humility in loss is better than gaining unjustly; integrity outweighs ambition.
In simple terms: Accept loss with humility over unfair gain.
Key Takeaway
Value integrity over ambition.
Themes
integrity
humility
justice
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
literary
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- business negotiations
- political compromise
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it acceptable to compromise integrity?
- How does humility affect personal growth?
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