Skip to content

Disgrace Quote by Plautus

“Disgrace is immortal, and living even when one thinks it dead.” quote by Plautus
Download Open image
“Disgrace is immortal, and living even when one thinks it dead.”

Plautus

About This Quote

Source Play: The Menaechmi, 3rd century BC

Disgrace persists beyond perception and can dominate life even when ignored.

In simple terms: Shame lives on even if you think it's gone.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address lingering shame.

Themes

shame perception identity

Mood

reflective somber

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • public reputation
  • self‑esteem
  • rehabilitation

Key Concepts

social stigma psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does ignoring shame affect your behavior?
  • What steps can you take to confront lingering disgrace?
A Different Perspective

Shame may be internalized and not easily resolved without confronting it.

3.6 out of 5 (7 ratings)

More by Plautus

Explore all 259 Plautus quotes

More Disgrace quotes

Browse all 459 Disgrace quotes