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Disgust Quote by Sophocles

“All is disgust when one leaves his own nature and does things that misfit it.” quote by Sophocles
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“All is disgust when one leaves his own nature and does things that misfit it.”

Sophocles

About This Quote

Source Play: Philoctetes, 5th century BC

Abandoning one’s true nature leads to inner revulsion and discord.

In simple terms: Leaving nature causes disgust.

Key Takeaway

Align actions with inner self.

Themes

identity integrity conflict authenticity morality

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • career choices
  • creative expression
  • relationships

Key Concepts

philosophical psychological ethical

Questions to Reflect On

  • What aspects of yourself are you suppressing?
  • When is compromise acceptable?
A Different Perspective

Human nature is complex; sometimes compromise is necessary.

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