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Injustice Quote by Democritus

“If thou sustain injustice, console thyself; the true unhappiness is in doing it” quote by Democritus
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““If thou sustain injustice, console thyself; the true unhappiness is in doing it””

Democritus

About This Quote

Source Philosophy: Fragments of Democritus, ancient Greek, null

Advocates that the moral burden of injustice causes deeper unhappiness than the act itself.

In simple terms: Doing wrong hurts you more than the victim.

Key Takeaway

Avoid harming others.

Themes

ethics justice psychology

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • legal judgments
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

moral philosophy consequentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What injustices do you rationalize?
  • How can self‑compassion coexist with accountability?
A Different Perspective

Moral introspection can be complex and culturally variable.

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