Crime Quote by Jean Racine
“Crime, like virtue, has its degrees.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Phèdre, 1677
Racine suggests that both crime and virtue exist on a spectrum, not as absolute categories.
In simple terms: Virtue and crime have degrees.
Key Takeaway
Recognize nuance in moral judgments.
Themes
morality
ethics
nuance
degrees
crime
virtue
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal judgments
- personal decisions
- social policy
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
philosophical ethics
literary insight
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we assess moral severity?
- When is a crime justified?
A Different Perspective
Oversimplifying morality can lead to injustice.
