Choose Quote by Plato
““If it were necessary either to do wrong or to suffer it, I should choose to suffer rather than do it.””
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Gorgias, Plato, c. 380 BC
Choosing suffering over wrongdoing reflects a moral hierarchy that values integrity over personal comfort.
In simple terms: Better to suffer than do wrong.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize ethical choices over personal ease.
Themes
ethics
integrity
pain
choice
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal dilemmas
- personal conflicts
- ethical decisions
- leadership challenges
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
virtue ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- Is it always possible to avoid wrongdoing?
- When does suffering become unreasonable?
A Different Perspective
Suffering may cause lasting harm; sometimes harm is unavoidable.
