Books Quote by Plato
“When a Benefit is wrongly conferred, the author of the Benefit may often be said to injure.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Republic, Book III, c. 380 BC
Misapplied rewards cause harm to both giver and receiver, undermining justice.
In simple terms: Wrong benefits hurt people.
Key Takeaway
Avoid granting undeserved benefits.
Themes
justice
ethics
fairness
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- workplace promotions
- government subsidies
- academic honors
- charitable grants
Key Concepts
retributive justice
moral responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure benefits are truly deserved?
- What safeguards prevent misuse of rewards?
A Different Perspective
Even correct intentions can cause damage if outcomes are unjust.
