Made Quote by Periander
“He who has once made himself notorious as utterly unprincipled, is not credited even when he speaks the truth.”
About This Quote
Source Historical text: Greek aphorisms, 3rd century BC
He notes that a notorious person’s truth is dismissed, regardless of content.
In simple terms: Bad reputation clouds truth.
Key Takeaway
Judge ideas, not speakers.
Themes
reputation
truth
credibility
bias
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- public discourse
- media analysis
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you separate message from messenger?
- Can reputation be redeemed?
A Different Perspective
Changing perception is hard.
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