Character Quote by Euripides
“When a good man is hurt, all who would be called good must suffer with him.”
About This Quote
Source Play: "The Trojan Women" by Euripides, c. 415 BC
When a virtuous person suffers, everyone who identifies as good shares that suffering, highlighting collective empathy.
In simple terms: Good people feel each other's pain.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate empathy for those you consider good.
Themes
compassion
solidarity
justice
Mood
empathetic
serious
Type
dramatic
ethical
When to use this quote
- disaster relief
- social movements
- support groups
Key Concepts
shared suffering
ethical responsibility
community care
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when someone you admire is hurt?
- What responsibilities arise from shared suffering?
A Different Perspective
May assume all “good” people experience pain similarly.
