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“Act by everyone, in the same manner as if you supposed yourself to be him, and him to be you.” quote by Hierocles
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““Act by everyone, in the same manner as if you supposed yourself to be him, and him to be you.””

Hierocles

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Source Treatise: Moral Philosophy, 2nd century BCE

Treat others as you would want to be treated, reciprocally.

In simple terms: Reciprocal empathy guides behavior.

Key Takeaway

Practice mutual respect.

Themes

ethics reciprocity human dignity

Mood

thoughtful instructive

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • interpersonal relationships
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

Golden Rule moral philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can this principle be applied in modern law?
  • What limits exist for reciprocal treatment?
A Different Perspective

Cultural differences affect interpretation.

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