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“Oh it's terrible when the one who does the judging judges things all wrong.” quote by Sophocles
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““Oh it's terrible when the one who does the judging judges things all wrong.””

Sophocles

About This Quote

Source Play: Antigone, 442 BC

Judgment is flawed when the judge is biased or uninformed.

In simple terms: Bad judges make bad decisions.

Key Takeaway

Question your own judgments.

Themes

justice bias self‑reflection

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • courtroom
  • personal decisions
  • leadership
  • policy making

Key Concepts

ethics critical thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure fairness in your judgments?
  • What checks can prevent biased decisions?
A Different Perspective

Even a good judge can err if they lack perspective.

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