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Disgraceful Quote by Plato

“To do injustice is more disgraceful than to suffer it.” quote by Plato
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“To do injustice is more disgraceful than to suffer it.”

Plato

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Source Dialogue: Republic, Book VII (ancient Greek philosophy)

Committing injustice is more shameful than suffering it; moral integrity outweighs personal harm

In simple terms: Doing wrong is worse than being wronged

Key Takeaway

Uphold justice even when victimized

Themes

ethics justice integrity

Mood

philosophical serious

Type

ethical historical

When to use this quote

  • legal systems
  • personal relationships
  • social movements

Key Concepts

moral philosophy civic duty

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can one resist injustice without retaliation?
  • How does this shape legal frameworks?
A Different Perspective

Societal pressure may force complicity

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