Better Quote by Euripides
“Better a serpent than a stepmother!”
About This Quote
Source Play: Medea, 431 BC
Choosing a dangerous foe is preferable to a harmful family member.
In simple terms: A serpent is safer than a stepmother.
Key Takeaway
Avoid toxic family ties when possible.
Themes
family
danger
choice
loyalty
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
dramatic
mythic
When to use this quote
- marriage
- inheritance disputes
- parenting
- family therapy
Key Concepts
mythology
ethical dilemma
survival
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a harmful relative more dangerous than an outsider?
- How to protect oneself without violence?
A Different Perspective
Might oversimplify complex relationships.
