Disgraceful Quote by Plato
“Then not only custom, but also nature affirms that to do is more disgraceful than to suffer injustice, and that justice is equality.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Republic, Book I, Plato, c. 380 BC
Justice is better to endure than to commit, and true justice means equality for all.
In simple terms: Enduring injustice is worse than suffering; equality is justice.
Key Takeaway
Choose fairness over personal gain.
Themes
ethics
justice
equality
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal systems
- personal dilemmas
- social movements
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- What does equality mean to you?
- When is suffering justified?
A Different Perspective
Critics say equality can ignore individual differences.
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