Apology Quote by Socrates
“Neither I nor any other man should, on trial or in way, contrive to avoid death at any cost.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Apology by Plato, 399 BC
One should not try to escape death by any means, even in legal or personal circumstances.
In simple terms: Do not avoid death at any cost.
Key Takeaway
Accept mortality without fear.
Themes
philosophy
ethics
death
courage
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
historical
When to use this quote
- legal trials
- personal crises
- war
- terminal illness
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
Stoicism
moral integrity
acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to face death bravely?
- How can this principle guide modern ethical decisions?
A Different Perspective
Avoiding death can lead to irrational choices that undermine virtue.
