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“All who consult on doubtful matters, should be void of hatred, friendship, anger, and pity.” quote by Sallust
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“All who consult on doubtful matters, should be void of hatred, friendship, anger, and pity.”

Sallust

About This Quote

Source Book: Bellum Catilinae, 42 BC

Advisors should remain impartial, free from strong emotions like hatred or pity.

In simple terms: Advisors need emotional neutrality.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate objective counsel.

Themes

politics ethics advice

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • government deliberations
  • legal judgments
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

impartiality emotional control decision making

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can true neutrality exist?
  • What emotions aid judgment?
A Different Perspective

Emotions can be unavoidable in heated debates.

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