Constitution Quote by Horace
“A good and faithful judge ever prefers the honorable to the expedient.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Epistles, Book 1, line 8, c. 20 BC
A wise judge values integrity over convenience, choosing what is right rather than what is easy.
In simple terms: Choose honor, not shortcuts.
Prioritize integrity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal decisions
- business negotiations
- personal dilemmas
- political choices
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does honor cost you?
- When have you chosen expediency over integrity?
Honorable choices may be unpopular or costly.