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“To fail to do good is as bad as doing harm.” quote by Plutarch
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“To fail to do good is as bad as doing harm.”

Plutarch

About This Quote

Source Essay: “On the Duty of the State”, 1st century AD

Neglecting good deeds is as harmful as causing harm.

In simple terms: Failure to do good equals doing harm.

Key Takeaway

Actively pursue good actions.

Themes

ethics responsibility virtue

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • community service
  • leadership
  • policy making
  • personal decisions

Key Concepts

moral philosophy civic duty

Questions to Reflect On

  • What good actions are you neglecting?
  • How does inaction affect those around you?
A Different Perspective

May overlook intent versus outcome.

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