Doe Quote by Marcus Aurelius
“Whosoever does wrong, wrongs himself; whosoever does injustice, does it to himself, making himself evil.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Meditations, c. 180 AD
Wrongdoing harms the doer, as injustice turns the perpetrator inward, corrupting his character.
In simple terms: Harming yourself by acting unjustly.
Act justly to protect your own integrity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily decision‑making
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize when your actions harm you?
- What habits reinforce ethical behavior?
Self‑deception can mask the true cost of injustice.