Brave Quote by Sophocles
“It is not righteousness to outrage A brave man dead, not even though you hate him.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Antigone, Sophocles, c. 441 BC
Even in anger, it is wrong to desecrate a brave man's corpse; respect for the dead transcends personal hatred.
In simple terms: Do not dishonor the dead, even if you despise them.
Key Takeaway
Honor the dead regardless of feelings.
Themes
respect
honor
anger
justice
tradition
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
ethical
literary
When to use this quote
- funeral rites
- war aftermath
- personal vendettas
- public memorials
Key Concepts
moral duty
cultural rites
ethical restraint
Questions to Reflect On
- What obligations do we have to the dead?
- Can anger ever excuse disrespect?
A Different Perspective
In some cultures, vengeance may be seen as justified.
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