Coward Quote by Samuel Johnson
“Dishonor waits on perfidy. A man should blush to think a falsehood; it is the crime of cowards.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Rambler, 1750
Dishonor follows betrayal; lying is a coward’s act that should cause shame.
In simple terms: Lying is shameful and cowardly.
Key Takeaway
Avoid deceit; own your truth.
Themes
honor
integrity
courage
truthfulness
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
moral
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- political discourse
- business negotiations
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethics
morality
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What does honesty cost you?
- How can you confront betrayal without retaliation?
A Different Perspective
Even honest people may be forced into falsehoods under pressure.
![“He who dishonors himself [by lying about his opinions] for the sake of being honored by others will find that two mistakes have been made - one by himself, and the other, by the people.” quote by Robert Green Ingersoll](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b5c/robert-green-ingersoll-361_atheism_he-who-dishonors-himself-by-lying-about_2304181.jpg)
