Affair Quote by Pericles
“We do not say that a man who takes no interest in public affairs is a man who minds his own business. We say he has no business being here at all.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Funeral Oration, Pericles, 431 BC
Public disengagement is framed as a lack of right to be present, emphasizing civic duty.
In simple terms: Not caring about public matters means you have no right to be here.
Key Takeaway
Engage in community matters.
Themes
civic duty
responsibility
participation
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- voting
- community meetings
- volunteering
- public debates
Key Concepts
democracy
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel obligated to be involved in public issues?
- How does civic duty shape society?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue personal freedom outweighs forced participation.
