Evil Quote by Plato
““The evil never attains to any real friendship, either with good or evil.””
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Republic, Book VIII, Plato, c. 380 BC
Evil cannot form genuine friendships, not even with the good.
In simple terms: Bad people can't have true friends.
Key Takeaway
Beware of aligning with malicious individuals.
Themes
morality
friendship
trust
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political alliances
- business partnerships
- personal relationships
- community building
- teamwork
Key Concepts
ethical philosophy
human nature
social bonds
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern true intent in others?
- Can evil ever act altruistically?
A Different Perspective
Even the good may be wary of the evil's motives.
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