Death Quote by Cornelius Nepos
“That evil can never be great which is the last.”
About This Quote
Source Historical: Lives of Eminent Romans, c. 30 BC
Evil cannot achieve greatness; it remains limited and ultimately fails.
In simple terms: Evil never becomes great.
Key Takeaway
Avoid glorifying wrongdoing.
Themes
morality
power
humility
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- political leadership
- personal ambition
- social movements
Key Concepts
Ethics
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- Is power without virtue truly greatness?
- How do we recognize false greatness?
A Different Perspective
Greatness requires virtue, not just power.
