Disgraceful Quote by Plato
“To do injustice is more disgraceful than to suffer it.”
About This Quote
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
Uphold justice even when victimized
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal systems
- personal relationships
- social movements
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can one resist injustice without retaliation?
- How does this shape legal frameworks?
Societal pressure may force complicity