Evil Quote by Sophocles
“Ill-gotten gains work evil.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Antigone, 441 BC
Illicit gains are inherently evil.
In simple terms: Unjust wealth is evil.
Key Takeaway
Reject and expose unethical profit.
Themes
ethics
justice
wealth
Mood
serious
didactic
Type
theatrical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- politics
- business
- law
- social activism
- personal finance
Key Concepts
morality
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines “ill‑gotten”?
- Can any gain be justified?
A Different Perspective
Complex systems may blur moral lines.
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