Best things Quote by Isocrates
“Never hope to conceal any shameful thing which you have done; for even if you do conceal it from others, your own heart will know. … Pursue the enjoyments which are of good repute; for pleasure attended by honor is the best thing in the world, but pleasure without honor is the worst.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: To Demonicus, 4th century BC
Concealing wrongdoing harms the soul; honor‑based pleasure is superior to shameful indulgence.
In simple terms: Honest joy is better than hidden guilt.
Key Takeaway
Seek honor in enjoyment.
Themes
ethics
honor
self‑reflection
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- career choices
- leisure activities
Key Concepts
virtue ethics
psychology of guilt
Questions to Reflect On
- What pleasures bring you pride?
- Can honor be subjective?
A Different Perspective
Societal pressure may blur honor definitions.
