Ends Quote by Sophocles
““The end excuses any evil.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Antigone, 441 BC
Excuses are used to rationalize wrongdoing, masking true intent.
In simple terms: Excuses hide evil actions.
Key Takeaway
Question motives behind justifications.
Themes
morality
responsibility
deception
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- politics
- personal conflicts
- legal defenses
Key Concepts
ethics
rhetoric
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people create excuses?
- Can excuses ever be justified?
A Different Perspective
Excuses may obscure accountability.
