Criticism Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
“He cannot be strict in judging, who does not wish others to be strict judges of himself.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letters to Atticus, c. 45 BC
One cannot judge others harshly without desiring others to judge oneself similarly.
In simple terms: Judge others as you wish to be judged.
Key Takeaway
Treat others with the fairness you expect.
Themes
fairness
judgment
reciprocity
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethical reciprocity
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you expect the same fairness you give?
- How does this affect your relationships?
A Different Perspective
People may judge you harshly if you judge them harshly.
![“Things sacred should not only be touched with the hands, but unviolated in thought. [Lat., Res sacros non modo manibus attingi, sed ne cogitatione quidem violari fas fuit.]” quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/deb/marcus-tullius-cicero-157_hands_things-sacred-should-not-only-be-touched_11960.jpg)
