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Evil Quote by Socrates

“Living or dead, to a good man there can come no evil.” quote by Socrates
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“Living or dead, to a good man there can come no evil.”

Socrates

About This Quote

Source Dialogue: Plato’s Apology, 399 BC

A virtuous person cannot be harmed by evil because their moral character shields them from true wrongdoing.

In simple terms: Goodness protects against evil.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate virtue to stay untainted.

Themes

virtue morality protection

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • ethical dilemmas
  • leadership decisions
  • personal temptations
  • social injustice

Key Concepts

ethics ancient philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can a good person ever be harmed?
  • What does “no evil” truly mean?
A Different Perspective

Evil may still cause suffering despite virtue.

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