Best Quote by Plautus
“The evil that we know is best.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Brothers Menaechmi, 2nd century BC
Evil that is familiar feels safer than unknown threats.
In simple terms: Familiar evil seems safer.
Question familiar risks.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- political decisions
- business negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you avoid unknown risks?
- How does familiarity bias decisions?
Evil may be harmful despite familiarity.