All things Quote by Sophocles
“One thinking it is right to speak all things, whether the word is fit for speech or unutterable.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Antigone, 442 BC
Expresses the tension between speaking truth and respecting propriety, urging careful judgment of what is appropriate to voice.
In simple terms: Balancing honesty with discretion.
Key Takeaway
Speak wisely, consider impact.
Themes
ethics
communication
responsibility
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political debate
- personal relationships
- media commentary
Key Concepts
censorship
truth
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you hold back a truth?
- How do you decide if a word is fit for speech?
A Different Perspective
May silence suppress necessary truth.
