Speak Quote by Sophocles
“It is terrible to speak well and be wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Antigone, 441 BC
Speaking eloquently does not guarantee correctness; truth matters more than style.
In simple terms: Good speech ≠ correct ideas.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize truth over rhetoric.
Themes
truth
communication
eloquence
error
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- debates
- public speaking
- writing
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify truth?
- When is style more important?
A Different Perspective
Rhetoric can still persuade despite errors.
